Kyoto has a vibrant nightlife and you really cannot talk about the Japanese nightlife without mentioning izakaya. Izakaya has long been an important place where the Japanese gather with friends and colleagues after work. It is a local bar, catering drinks and delicious inexpensive food. “Unwinding” in izakaya can get fairly loose and at a・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! An onsen, or a hot spring, can be a classic Japanese experience in winter. We enjoy soaking in nice hot water packed with various minerals as an ultimate leisure activity as well as a medical treatment. You might be hesitant with an idea of being naked or soaking in hotter than・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! I have introduced top 5 best ramen restaurants in Osaka before:Local tells Top 5 best ramen restaurants in Osaka! Recently I have received many inquires about good ramen restaurants in Dotonbori and Namba. You have to be careful that there are some restaurants that is very famous but not really good・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka. Kobe is a lovely place where you can find many cute cafes,bakery,and variety goods shops. You can enjoy shopping and strolling around the small alleys. There are many attractive places to visit. This time, I’d like to share with you Top 10 things to do in Kobe! Sponsored Links Local tells・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! One of the most popular Kyoto specialties in Kyoto is Tofu. Also known as bean curd, tofu is made by coagulating soymilk and then form the soybean curds in blocks. If you travel to Japan, you may notice that there are various kinds of tofu: from extra firm to silken soft;・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! Kyoto’s specialty coffee scene has evolved in the past several years. Traditionally Kyoto is full of traditional tea houses, serving bitter yet rich matcha (green tea). As an extension, the coffee scene has developed in Kissaten or Kissa (tea shops) that serve tea and coffee along with light meals. Many of・・・
Hi,I’m Keiko from Osaka! Walking around Kyoto, you will come across charming looking cafes all over the city. Kyoto offers great cafe scenes, from a major coffee chain to a hidden traditional shop. I will introduce you to some of my favorite cafes, which offer distinct Kyoto characteristics. Any of these popular cafes can be・・・
