Using a mobile phone or the internet is crucial during overseas travel. Without access, you can’t search online or communicate with others, significantly affecting the quality of your trip. Therefore, ensuring you can use your phone or access the internet is one of the essential elements to consider when traveling abroad. ‘Tokyo, Japan Travel, Pocket WiFi’ For this Tokyo trip, ...
Ikura (イクラ), also known as “sujiko” (すじこ) in Japanese, refers to the roe of salmon. This delicacy is a staple in Japanese cuisine, often adorning sushi and sashimi platters. With its vibrant orange or red hue and distinctive texture, ikura offers a unique sensory experience. Beyond its visual appeal, ikura boasts a rich, savory flavor that delights the palate. In ...
Utilizing the Chuseok holiday, I traveled to the Kansai region of Japan. This trip took place from September 28 to October 2, lasting 4 nights and 5 days. I spent 2 nights in Osaka and another 2 nights in Kyoto, concluding the journey. Due to Typhoon Jebi hitting the Osaka area, there was a day when I had to stay ...
The time has come to conclude my 4-night, 5-day journey to the Kansai region of Japan. Reflecting on the Osaka and Kyoto areas, facing Typhoon Jebi in between, it’s already time to finish the trip and head back. After purchasing some small souvenirs at Doguyasuji Shopping Street, I boarded the Rapi:t train at Namba Station, heading to Kansai Airport. “Departure ...
In Japan, places embodying subcultures, often referred to as “otaku culture,” can easily be found. While Tokyo has the famous Akihabara, Osaka boasts its counterpart known as “Den Den Town.” Akihabara: Tokyo’s Subculture Haven: “Osaka, Subculture Hub, Den Den Town” Osaka’s Den Den Town bears a striking resemblance to Tokyo’s Akihabara. Both areas initially started as electronic shopping districts but ...
In the Osaka region, there are several particularly famous foods, and among them, “Okonomiyaki” and “Takoyaki” stand out as must-try dishes in the Dotonbori area. During this trip, I had the chance to enjoy Takoyaki in the Shinsekai area, but it was only on the last day of the journey that I discovered I hadn’t tried Okonomiyaki yet. “Chibo”: Okonomiyaki ...
Just as you can find “Nishiki Market” in Kyoto, nicknamed the kitchen of Kyoto, in Osaka, you can explore “Kuromon Ichiba Market,” often referred to as the kitchen of Osaka. This market is situated in the southern central area of Osaka, near Namba, within walking distance from Namba Station and close to Dotonbori. Variety of Tastes at Kuromon Ichiba Market ...
Japan is often nicknamed the kingdom of railways, as one can find various stations throughout the cities. Additionally, since the railways are privatized, multiple railway stations exist even in the same region. While most places can be accessed by trains or subways, there is a drawback of higher transportation costs compared to South Korea and the inconvenience of limited free ...
The last day of this Osaka-Kyoto trip has dawned. On the final day, after checking out of the hotel, the plan was to return to Osaka, briefly explore the Osaka area, and then conclude the itinerary by heading to the airport. First, since the situation required returning to Osaka, the decision was made to take the train back. Choosing the ...
In Japan, you can find a variety of items. Perhaps due to having a larger population than us, it feels like there is a greater variety of general goods and food. While visiting Japanese convenience stores or Don Quijote stores, I encountered unique cola products. One is the Coca-Cola Coffee Edition, and the other is the Kyoto Edition. “Coca-Cola with ...
After exploring Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka in Kyoto, Kyoto Tower caught my eye on the way down. Although it was not yet 9:00 AM, all the shops were closed, creating a serene atmosphere. As it was the last night of my Kyoto trip, I didn’t want to return to my accommodation just yet. Considering where to spend time, the thought of ...
In the eastern part of Kyoto City, you can find a renowned temple known as “Kiyomizu-dera” in Japanese or “Cheongsusa” in Chinese characters, meaning a temple with clear water. “Founded in the Heian Period, Kiyomizu-dera” Kiyomizu-dera was established during the Heian Period. It is known to have been founded by General Sakanoue no Tamuramaro, the first Shogun of the Heian ...