Marietabi-japan

Hello, this is Mari-tabi. On a Sunday afternoon in Shin-Okubo, I found myself searching for some "properly good Korean food" and ended up at Kkulbam . This spot is so famous it pops up in almost every social media feed and search re...

Matsushima Bay is one of Japan’s most iconic scenic spots — famed for its peaceful waters dotted with more than 200 tiny pine-covered islands. It is ranked alongside Miyajima and Amanohashidate as one of the country’s Three Great Views. ...

Hi there! Did you know that Matsushima is one of Japan’s most scenic coastal spots, famous for its calm bay and pine-covered islands? In this Matsushima travel guide, I’ll share a simple 2-hour walking route that’s perfect if you have li...

Japan in the summer is hot — and there’s one dish that many Japanese people instantly think of when temperatures rise: hiyashi chuka, a chilled ramen noodle bowl topped with colourful fresh ingredients. If you want to try the original hi...

If you’re visiting Sendai and love food, Sendai Asaichi Morning Market is a great place to start your day. Located just a few minutes from JR Sendai Station, this lively local market is packed with fresh seafood, produce, and ready-to-ea...

If you’re planning a trip to Sendai, Japan, and want a handy, enjoyable way to see the city’s top spots, you’ll love the Loople sightseeing bus (the Loople Sendai). This colorful city bus takes you in a loop around the best attractions, ...

Hello, this is MariTabi 👋 This time, I visited YOAJUNG Shin-Okubo, a Korean frozen yogurt shop that has been all over social media since its opening in August 2025. YOAJUNG is not just popular in Korea; it has expanded globally. Thanks ...

Today, I’m sharing my experience at Mellow in Nakameguro, Tokyo. Tucked away in the quiet Aobadai neighborhood, Mellow offers a calm, sophisticated atmosphere and carefully prepared dishes that everyone is talking about. I finally planne...

Hi, there. On a day when I happened to be in Ebisu, I finally popped into uRn. chAi&TeA – a chai shop I’d been curious about for ages after seeing it all over Instagram.This visit was a quick one, as I only grabbed my drink to go, bu...

If you are looking for authentic Spanish food without spending a fortune, Casa de Fujimori in Kannai is well worth knowing about. I do not often eat Spanish cuisine, so when I heard that this restaurant is officially recognized by the Sp...