FoodKanto Local wagyu beef at Sunpu No Nikudokoro restaurant, Shizuoka A photographic tour of Sumpu No Nikudokoro restaurant ii Shizuoka City. This amazing place serves the famous, and locally sourced…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 26, 2016
CultureKyushuSightseeing A Photographic Introduction: Kushida Shrine, Fukuoka Kushida Shrine in Fukuoka is a perfect example of Shinto-Japanese religious buildings, a good way to explore Japanese history, heritage…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 19, 2016
FoodKanto Superb Japanese Hamburgers at Tequila’s, Shizuoka Robert-Gilles Martineau takes us through the extensive and impressive menu at Tequila's Diner. The diner specialises in delicious Japanese hamburgers.Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 17, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKanto Hot Springs on the Cheap: “Itawari No Yuu” in Shimada Robert-Gilles Martineau shows us how to experience a essential Japanese activity, the onsen, on the cheap. These hotspring baths are…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 16, 2016
ActivitiesCultureFoodKanto Soba and Wasabi Leaf Tempura at Utsurogi Robert-Gilles Martineau Takes us to the home of Wasabi and visits Utsurogi to try the local Tempura! A rural scenery…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 15, 2016
ActivitiesKantoSightseeing Great Inn Kashibaya in Okabe, Shizuoka Robert-Gilles Martineau takes us on photographic tour of the Great Inn Kashibaya in Okabe. A fascinating insight into travelling in…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 14, 2016
ActivitiesKyushuSightseeing The Giant Floats of Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival, Fukuoka Come see the truly dwarfing floats of the Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival in Fukuoka between the 1st and 15th of…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 13, 2016
Food Japanese seafood: Japanese-English lexicon Bearing in mind that many seafood have a variety of names depending on the region in Japan, a Japanese-English lexicon…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 12, 2016
FoodKanto A visit to Orache & Windy Valley Beer in Kannami, Mishima Orache is located in an area called Tanna which also bears a deserved nickname, “Windy Valley” and lends itself to…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 11, 2016
FoodKanto Halal Indian and Sri Lankan Lunch at Dahami, Shizuoka Satisfy a hankering for Indian and Sri Lankan food with a lunch special at Shizuoka's own Daihami.Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 7, 2016
FoodKanto Izakaya time at Minato Machi Okamura Ikichi, Yaizu An izakaya is a Japanese style restaurant or inn that serves food and drinks. Let's check out Minato Machi Okamura…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 6, 2016
AccommodationKanto Backpackers’ Hotel: Momotaro International House, Shizuoka Looking for a cheap yet high quality backpackers hotel in Shizuoka? Well, Momotaro is the place for you!Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 6, 2016
FoodKanto Oden, the Shizuoka Winter Food of choice Yasaitei in Shizuoka offers the simmering Japanese winter food "oden" in the Kansai style. Vegan and vegetarian options are available!Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 5, 2016
CultureFoodShopping The Art and Craft of Japanese Lunch Boxes Although the concept of bento boxes is well-known, few have had the occasion to savor lunch from traditional artistic boxes…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 2, 2016
CultureSightseeing The Beauty of Japanese Traditional Warehouses, Kura Scattered across towns Japan's traditional storehouses were the solution of choice in the Edo period to protect goods and properties…Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 1, 2016
CultureFood Sushi & Sashimi, A Basic Introduction With a seemingly endless amount of varieties and styles of tasty sushi and sashimi, it is best to get acquinted…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 29, 2016
FoodKanto Vegan and vegetarian food in Shizuoka: Locomani Looking for vegan or vegetarian food in Shizuoka? Look no further! Opened in 2008, Locomani offers amazing vegan and vegetarian…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 27, 2016
FoodKyushu A selection of delicious Gastronomic Destinations in Fukuoka Next time you're in Fukuoka, why not check out a few of the great local restaurants? From Udon to Tempura…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 25, 2016
FoodKanto Blue Books Café, enjoyable atmoshpere with delicious food in Shizuoka In Shizuoka City, make sure to stop by Blue Books Café, a wonderful café/restaurant with a menu that includes American,…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 23, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKanto Home-made wasabi zuke (wasabi pickles) with Asami Itoh of Marufuku Tea Factory, Shizuoka Preparing Wasabi Zuke, or pickled wasabi, a typical agricultural product of Shizuoka yet rare and expensive delicacy elsewhere.Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 14, 2016
FoodKanto Namaste Nippon Nepalese-Indian Restaurant, Shizuoka Namaste Nippon Nepalese-Indian Restaurant along the Kitakaido Street in Aoi Ku, Shizuoka, offers a great blend of Indian and Nepalese…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 14, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKanto Beer Trial: Aoi Brewing Co., Shizuoka Naoki Mando, the owner of a few bars and restaurants in Shizuoka, achieved a lifelong dream when Aoi Brewing Co.…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 13, 2016
FoodKantoShopping $5 Sushi Lunch Sets at Parche Market, Shizuoka Sushi of all sorts of fresh fish for cheap at Parche Market in Shizuoka, Japan.Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 13, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKanto A visit to the birthplace of Wasabi, Utogi The green wasabi root of Shizuoka: a cultivation exploration with Mr. Yoshihiro Mochizukiat Maru Ichi Farm, Utogi .Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 13, 2016
FoodKantoSightseeing The Legend of Hagoromo in Miho Beach Pine Forest, Shimizu A pine forest of legend and a beach looking out to Mount Fuji awaits you at Miho Beach Pine Forest.Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 13, 2016
ActivitiesKantoSightseeing The 53 Station Ukiyoe Prints in Kambara, Shimizu Visit woodblock print artist Utagawa Hiroshige's 53 stations along the Tōkaidō road on the sidewalk of Yui, Shimizu ku, Shizuoka.Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 13, 2016
ActivitiesCultureEventsKanto Mage (Topknot Hairstyle) Festival, Shimada Enjoy a history of Japanese hairstyle at the Shimada FestivalRobert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 12, 2016
FoodKantoShopping Natural and healthy products from Shizuoka Natural House in the Parche Market at Shizuoka Station hides a wealth of fresh and processed organic foods as well…Robert-Gilles MartineauFebruary 10, 2016