If you find yourself in Japan and are looking for a unique dining experience, kushikatsu is a must-try. This beloved comfort food consisting of deep fried skewered meat, vegetables, and seafood, has captured the hearts of locals and travelers alike.…
The picture below is a member of the Seven Lucky Gods (Shichi-fuku-jin). His name is Ebisu-sama. He looks really happy with a big smile. When you search for his image on the internet, he always seems happy, to the point…
Although Osaka doesn’t quite get the attention Tokyo and Kyoto do, it’s still a major city and a place with much to do. One advantage it has is that its hotspots aren’t nearly as crowded and some of them are…
Japan and KFC have long had an unusual history. From its Christmas tradition as a replacement for turkey dinners to its reputation as a high quality restaurant chain. Quite the opposite of what we think of in North America when…
Most people coming to Japan will spend their first trip in Tokyo exclusively. If they’re more adventurous, they’ll visit Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka which is a better way to experience Japan in my opinion. But most travel information is either…
Tucked away in Japan’s Suita, Osaka is a creepy looking marvel that’s both whimsical and profound, strange yet evocative. It’s called Taiyo no To (太陽の塔) or the Tower of the Sun. For those who haven’t had the pleasure (and perhaps…
If you look up pics of Dotonbori (sometimes stylized Dotombori or Dotonburi) in Osaka, you don’t have to scroll far before you see someone posing in front of the Glico running man sign. But why? What’s so special about some…
