Sakaikko’s Love for Chikuma and Kanbukuro
～堺っ子の定番; ちく満のせいろ蕎麦＋かん袋のくるみ餅～ A topic just came up with my friend from Sakai, Osaka… I’m going to share it with you guys =^.^=Probably you know of Osaka or at least heard of it somewhere, but I...
Yamanashi, The Home of Mt. Fuji
Yamanashi Prefecture (山梨県 Yamanashi-ken) is one of the two prefectures surrounding the famous Mt. Fuji. Join us as we explore the most popular sightseeing spots in Yamanashi Prefecture! Japan travel brought to you by Consulate General...
Dream Vacation for Happy Hello Kitty Fans
Hotel Okinawa with Sanrio Characters was officially opened on September 14th. The hotel is conveniently located in Naha, the most popular shopping street in Naha. The exterior of the hotel is themed with Sanrio...
Harry Potter Themed Cafe in Busan
South Korea PO TID is the latest cafe to jump on the bandwagon. The storefront looks right out of The Sorcerer’s Stone when Harry Potter first visited Ollivander’s Wand Shop in Diagon Alley. Step...
Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) Taiwan Now Has Matcha Latte and Dessert
The fast-food chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) Taiwan announced three new Japanese products, including Osaka Crisp Chicken, and a Matcha series from Kyoto. Matcha fans can't miss that. Sales date: April 16th - June...
Pokémon Café New ‘Detective Pikachu’ Menu in Tokyo
In honor of the release of the Detective Pikachu movie, the Pokémon Café in Tokyo will be releasing a special menu set based on the film. The Pokémon Café in Nihonbashi is a casual dining place...
A Tribute to Jin Yong
I was so fortunate to be able to visit Jin Yong Gallery in Hong Kong last year. I have been a fan of Jin Yong's novels since I was young. His works have been...
Miffy Bakery to Open in Kyoto
Miffy Sakura Kitchen is Japan’s first bakery to combine the traditional Japanese aesthetic with Miffy. The shop open in Arashiyama, Kyoto on October 3. Miffy’s kitchen locates at Arashiyama, is a famous tourist destination...
The Best Souvenirs in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka Chinese Character Models
Japan Toy dealers have recently launched the "Chinese character model", which has become popular souvenirs among local landmarks in "Tokyo" and "Osaka". PLEX, a subsidiary of Japanese toy maker BANDAI, launched the "ゴトプラ" series model....
A Korean BBQ Lover’s Birthday Cake
Hanwoo (한우) is sort of the Korean equivalent of Japanese Wagyu: It's a breed of cattle native to Korea. If you love Korean barbecue beef, you must visit this Korean restaurant to celebrate your birthday! The...
