Hanbunan jazz bar in Kyoto – quirky bar or creepy otaku’s lair? You decide.
This was probably the most unnerving and in a way, exciting part of our trip to Kyoto. To be honest, the crowds …
Review: For a good izakaya in Kyoto visit Beppinya
Izakayas are a quintessential part of Japan’s food and bar culture. If you’re wondering what izakayas refer to, they are essentially Japanese-style bars …
For good beer, check out Spring Valley Brewery in Kyoto
If you’re looking for a good place to have beer, check out Spring Valley Brewery in Kyoto. We chanced upon it by …
Five things to buy at the Nishiki Market in Kyoto
S and I are foodies. We cook a lot at home and are always relishing the opportunity to make an authentic Japanese …
Review: Having Tendon Makino Kyoto Teramachi in Kyoto
Tendon is a quintessential part of Japanese food. If you’re wondering what it consists of, it’s a mix of tempura (battered fried …
An experience – Eating soba noodles at Mishima Station in Japan
We arrived at Mishima Station after a bus ride from Kawaguchiko Station. The plan was to take the Shinkansen to our next destination, …
Review: Coffee at Lake Side Cafe Ku in Kawaguchiko
If you love coffee and are planning on staying in Kawaguchiko for a couple of days, I’d encourage you to visit Lake Side …
Review: A kaiseki dinner at Hotel Konanso in Kawaguchiko
In earlier posts, we talked about our experience staying in a traditional Japanese room (a ryokan) for the first time and about …
Review: Breakfast at Hotel Konanso in Kawaguchiko and the lounge
In an earlier post, I talked about the first time staying in a ryokan at Hotel Konanso. However, I would like to …
Review: Eating Hoto-men at Restaurant Lakeside in Kawaguchiko
If you’re look for a place to eat at Kawaguchiko, it might be worth giving Restaurant Lakeside a try. We were there …