A Visit to Mr. Kanso and the Gastronomic Aftermath | Japan
We try insects, cake, and other unique canned goods from Japan’s Mr. Kanso.
Detailing tips, documenting experiences, and discussing culture.
How to Max Out the Osaka Amazing Pass!! Our 2-Day Itinerary in Osaka | Japan
Osaka is a city full of attractions, so we used the Amazing Pass to cram in as much as possible for a very reasonable price.
Nara on a Budget! Free Attractions and Tasty Local Dishes | Japan
Nara was once Japan’s capital city, and is home to heritage sites and plenty to see and do – a lot of them free!
The Ultimate Guide of How to Choose the Best Ryokan for You | Japan
Ryokan Japanese inn experiences can be spendy, so we cover how to choose a ryokan that best suits exactly what you want.
Budget 5-Course A5 Wagyu Kobe Beef – Teppan Dining Houki 鉄板ダイニング法貴 | Kobe, Japan
Kobe beef on a budget that isn’t Steakland? We visit Teppan Dining Houki, a hidden restaurant with a simple yet elevated Kobe beef lunch set.
Te Ahi Kōmau: Celebrating Māori and Polynesian Food, Arts, and Culture
A recap of Te Ahi Kōmau, a Food Fire Festival in South Auckland, New Zealand celebrating Māori and Polynesian food, arts, and culture.
Japan Must-Do: Wood Egg Museum, Home of the Otafuku Factory and Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Experience!
We visit the Wood Egg Museum in Hiroshima, home to the Factory and visitor’s centre of the famous Otafuku okonomiyaki sauce company.
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Japan Rail (JR) Pass | Japan
We break down the types of Japan Rail (JR) travel passes, if it’s worth it, and explain why we chose the Sanyo-San’in Pass.
Fukuoka’s Specialty: Top Quality Mentaiko Fish Roe 4 Ways! | Japan
We took advantage of our Airbnb kitchen to cook up mentaiko dishes for a full day for a fraction of the cost of restaurant dishes.
Unique Experiences – A Guide to Fruit Picking in Japan! | Chikushino Strawberry Fields, Fukuoka
Fruit-picking is a popular pastime in Japan! We visit Chikushino Strawberry Fields in Fukuoka to pick and jam the prefecture’s famous fruit.