Introducing 7 Authentic Local Cuisines in Hirosaki, Japan
You don’t travel around Japan just for the attractions, you do it for the food. It’s Japan, the regional fare is king and Aomori Prefecture had to be known for …
200 Famous Castles in Japan: How to Best Stamp Rally!
Oh, Japan. Land of got-to-collect-them-all, including hundreds of castles in varying levels of existence. There are thousands of ruins from almost indistinguishable mounds to castle walls with no castle structures. …
9 Experiences to Enjoy at the Hirosaki Apple Park
They can not get enough of apples in Aomori Prefecture. Hirosaki as the largest apple producer in Japan, has a lot of tourism surrounding this tasty produce. I present to …
How to Find Outstanding Japanese Curry in Hirosaki Dotemachi
For what may be the best I’ve ever had, you must try this Japanese curry in Hirosaki! カレーとコーヒーかわしま (Curry and Coffee Kawashima) has been in business in Hirosaki since 1973 …
Hirosaki Kimori Cidre and How to best find Cider in Japan?
When you are in Japan’s apple country, you find a cidery. While Hirosaki boasts the highest apple production in the country, it has only recently come into producing craft hard …
43 Hirosaki Apple Pie and How to Shop Japanese Bakery
Are you an apple pie lover? Have you experienced a Japanese bakery yet? Japan’s Apple Country of Hirosaki has over 40 Japanese bakeries selling different versions of Hirosaki apple pie. …
How to Avoid Crowded Trains in Japan: Commute in Japan Tips
How long your commute in Japan is can vary greatly depending on if you are in a big city or countryside. Let’s also be realistic, everyone likes to avoid crowded …
7 Ways How to Ask for the Bill in Japanese with Success
I remember the first time I went to a restaurant in Japan back in 2006. I was super nervous. I knew some numbers and how to say hello but not …
PASMO & Suica: How to easily pre-pay your IC Card in Japan
If you are traveling in Japan (and definitely if you are living in Japan), you’ll want a pre-paid card, yes, even if you have a JR Rail Pass. I don’t …
Tottori: Unlock 8 Experiences in Beautiful Tottori Japan Now
When planning a trip to Japan, you may not know about Tottori on the Western Side on Honshu in the Chugoku region. The least populated prefecture, Tottori is located along …