Why Osaka is worth visiting
It is most unfortunate that at the point of writing this post, Osaka had just experienced a massive storm – Typhoon Jebi. …
Review: Visit to Yukari in Osaka for Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is one of my favourite Japanese foods because it combines food that I love into one dish – a savory pancake …
10 places to visit in and around Kyoto
In one of my earlier posts, I said that I didn’t really like Kyoto. We visited the city during Japan’s Golden Week, …
Review: The food at Koimariya in Kyoto (こいまりや) is decent but the chef is not
We entered Japanese restaurant (こいまりや) Koimariya in Kyoto spontaneously, largely because we had located a ramen restaurant near Beppinya in Kyoto but …
Five tea houses to visit in Uji
In an earlier post, I said that Uji was a great place to visit especially if you’re interested to learn more about …
Three reasons to watch anime Mushishi after your trip to Japan
I’m used to travelling in India, having lived there for half a year. Travelling in India and Japan requires a different skillset …
The four hour wait – Is it worth eating at Nakamura Tokichi in Uji Japan?
We visited Uji during Japan’s Golden Week, and thought that traditional tea house Nakamura Tokichi would be an ideal place for lunch. …
Is Uji worth visiting? For tea lovers, a day trip is a must
If you’re thinking of a day trip from Kyoto, many cities come to mind, including Nara, the famous city with free-roaming deer. …
Buying wabi-sabi cups from a handmade pottery shop in Uji
Uji is known for its tea shops which sell all types of Japanese teas including the likes of sencha and the premium …
Five things to know about the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto
Mention the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto and its row of bright red torii gates comes to mind. But Fushimi Inari is about …