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Hello, there. When visiting Hakodate, most people focus on seafood or ramen. That makes sense—but there’s one local favourite you really shouldn’t skip. It’s yakitori from Hasegawa Store, a small local convenience store with a big reputa...

Hi, there. If you’re visiting Hakodate, the Hakodate Morning Market is one place you really shouldn’t miss. That said, once you arrive, the sheer number of restaurants can feel overwhelming. You might wonder, “Which one should I actually...

Hello, this is Marie-Tabi Japan👋 In this article, I’m sharing my honest review of OMO5 Hakodate by Hoshino Resorts, a hotel that opened in 2024 and has quickly become popular with travellers visiting Hakodate.I chose this hotel because ...

Hello, there ✈️ Today, I’m sharing a Haneda to Hakodate flight review based on my experience flying JAL585, a morning domestic flight in Japan. It’s an early start, but I chose this flight for one simple reason:I wanted to spend as much ...

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, ...