Food

This Is the Sweetest Corn You’ll Ever Taste! Dakekime is a premium brand of super-sweet corn grown in Aomori Prefecture. From mid-August to early October each year, you'll find numerous roadside stalls and direct sales shops along the roads of the Hyakuzawa, Dake, and Yudan areas. Harvesting starts early in the morning during the season, and freshly picked Dakekime begins appearing in stores around 8 a.m. Sometimes it’s sold boiled, grilled, or even as tempura! Why Is Dakekime So Sweet? The Secret Is Morning Harvests and Mountain Climate Dakekime corn has a sugar content of around 18 degrees—about the same ...

Just a 5-minute walk from JR Sendai Station, the **Sendai Morning Market** is a bustling shopping street packed with fresh local produce and regional flavors from Miyagi Prefecture. It’s not just a market—it’s a local experience. From fresh vegetables and fruits to seafood, meats, and handmade street food, you can enjoy both shopping and eating all in one lively place. Vendors call out energetically as locals and tourists flow through the narrow aisles, creating a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that’s uniquely Sendai. When is the Sendai Morning Market Open? The market is open **daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM**, except ...

My First Lucky Pierrot Experience: Hakodate’s Wildly Popular Local Burger Joint You Can’t Miss! Ah, the legendary Lucky Pierrot… When it comes to local food in Hakodate, this is the place to go! Lucky Pierrot (lovingly nicknamed “Lappy”) is a burger chain that only exists in southern Hokkaido, mostly around Hakodate. First impressions? The store’s appearance is WILD — loud, colorful, and impossible to miss even from afar 😆 And the menu? Insanely extensive. There’s no way one visit would be enough! Right next to the Bay Area Main Store is another bold local legend, Hasegawa Store — making this ...

Shinada Diner in Mutsu Is Incredible! Retro Atmosphere, 350 Yen Ramen, and Heartwarming Hospitality Shokudo Shinada After visiting Osorezan, I found myself hungry and in need of lunch—so I headed to “Shokudo Shinada,” a charming little diner in Mutsu City run entirely by a sweet elderly lady. Ramen for just 350 yen, fried rice for 400 yen, yakisoba starting at 250 yen… the prices here feel like a time warp! When was the last time you saw these prices? The whole place feels like you’ve stepped back into the Showa era. What a gem! Since it was hot out, I ...

Shijimi Clam Ramen at Wakayama – A Local Favorite by Lake Jūsan While driving near the Jūsan Lake Bridge, we stopped by a well-known ramen spot: Shijimi Ramen Wakayama Jūsan Lake Main Branch. It’s a spacious eatery with both tatami and table seating. We couldn’t help but laugh at the name—“Wakayama” in Aomori? That contrast alone made us curious enough to drop in. Apparently, it’s a pretty famous place! We just stopped in on a whim, drawn in by the name alone, so we had zero expectations—pleasant surprise! We ordered the “Large Shijimi Clam Ramen”, featuring extra-big freshwater clams. Maybe ...

Breathtaking Ocean Views & Seafood Delights! Savor Iso Ramen & Uni Bowl at Rest House Ushio Rest House Ushio We took a relaxing coastal drive down to Fudai Village in Iwate Prefecture. About 30 minutes south of Kuji City, you’ll find Rest House Ushio, a charming restaurant with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Window seats offer an unforgettable ocean view! This red-roofed building sits perched above the stunning Rikuchu Coastline—and fun fact: it was even used as a filming location for the drama Amachan! Here it is… the Iso Ramen and Uni Bowl set! They also offer a ...

Strolling and Snacking at Teradomari Fish Market Street in Niigata—Where Retro Vibes Meet Ocean Treats! Trip Date: June 2022 (a scorcher of a day!) “I just followed the scent of grilled squid… and suddenly both hands were full of food.” Welcome to the wonderfully chaotic and delicious Teradomari Fish Market Street in Niigata—a seafood wonderland often dubbed the "Ameyoko by the Sea." It's impossible not to get hyped walking through this colorful, retro-flavored food paradise. Seafood Galore! The Street Where You Just Keep Eating First stop: the eye-popping “Marunaka Shokudo” run by Teradomari Central Suisan. That giant crab sign? Totally ...

Traveled: June 2022 A Night of Pure Bliss in Niigata♡ Hotel Global View & Seafood Paradise at Goro I took a spontaneous overnight trip to Niigata, and it turned out to be one of the most relaxing and delicious nights ever! I stayed at the super convenient Hotel Global View Niigata, just steps from the station, and had dinner at Shungyo Shusai Goro Bandai-ten—a spot I'd been curious about forever. With a comfy room, soothing bath, and unforgettable izakaya experience… I honestly didn’t want to leave 😭 Just Steps from Niigata Station! A Healing Stay at Hotel Global View🌃 I ...

When you think of Kochi, “Katsuo no Tataki” probably comes to mind—but that’s just the beginning! On this trip, I found myself relaxing in a traditional farmhouse café one moment, and the next I was doing a double take at a bowl of ramen topped with tonkatsu. Kochi’s food culture is as free-spirited as it is flavorful, filled with warm-hearted locals and unique culinary creativity. Come laugh, eat, drink, and discover the deep—and sometimes quirky—delights of Kochi’s local food scene. A Moment of Peace at Ikegami Tea Garden, a Cozy Farmhouse Café Nestled quietly a little outside of central Kochi ...

A Night Out in Kochi: Gourmet Crawl with Local Sake Kochi City is a treasure trove of flavors: fresh local seafood paired with regional sake… We went on a food-and-drink crawl, enjoying the city’s signature dishes and drinking spots 🍶✨ 1️⃣ First Stop: Cheers at Hirome Market We kicked things off at Hirome Market, the ultimate gourmet hall of Kochi. A daytime drinking paradise where locals and tourists mingle in a lively atmosphere. You can’t miss the katsuo no tataki (seared bonito)!🐟🔥 The smoky exterior, generous garnishes, and tangy ponzu sauce were absolute heaven. Perfectly paired with beer or local ...