After our full-day tour to Shirakawa-go, Gujo Hachiman and Hida Takayama, the coach dropped us back at Nagoya Station just before 8pm. We were absolutely famished—we’d survived the day on snacky bits and sake. So we made a beeline for Ebidote Shokudo (海老どて食堂), a spot I’d bookmarked on my Nagoya to-eat list after seeing those […]

After enjoying a delicious mont blanc soft serve at 栗りん Kurin and exploring Osu Shopping Street, the sky turned dark fast. Sunset hits around 5pm during Nagoya winters, so we called it a day, grabbed some food from Lawson, and headed back to Comfort Hotel Nagoya Shinkansenguchi for check-in. Spoiler alert: this little hotel near […]

After a lovely coffee break at Kato Coffee, we wandered through Hisaya-Odori Park, snapped a few shots of the Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER (the famous Nagoya TV Tower), and slowly made our way to Osu. The mission? To find 栗りん Kurin, a dessert shop obsessed with chestnuts. And honestly, so am I. What to […]

After exploring Nagoya Castle, we were feeling a bit peckish — time for a coffee break! We hopped back onto the train from Nagoyajo Station to Hisaya-odori Station, came out from Exit 3A and took a short walk to Kato Coffee (加藤珈琲店). There was already a short queue outside when we arrived. The Wait at […]

After a satisfying lunch of tonkatsu at Misokatsu Yabaton, we were buzzing with energy and ready to explore. Rather than wasting time waiting for hotel check-in, we decided to visit Nagoya Castle, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Spoiler: it was pretty, the Honmaru Palace was gorgeous, but the experience left me with mixed […]

Arrived in Nagoya way too early to check in. Dumped the luggage at the hotel and went hunting for lunch. Misokatsu Yabaton kept popping up on every Nagoya must-eat list, so off we went to their Esca Underground Mall outlet, right by the Shinkansen side of Nagoya Station. Spoiler: it lived up to the hype. […]

Goodbye Singapore, hello Japan! We’re off to Hakuba for our very first snowboarding adventure, but decided to spend a couple of days exploring Nagoya first since we’ve never been. If you’re flying in too, here’s the lowdown on getting from Chubu Airport to Nagoya Station via the Meitetsu train — the fastest, cheapest, and most […]

Ever felt the urge to escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo for a day? Well, you’re in luck! Tokyo’s extensive railway network makes it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas. From serene temples to breathtaking nature spots, there’s something for everyone within a short train ride from the city. So, grab your JR […]

Get ready for an adventure like no other in Japan! With its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and unique mix of tradition and modernity, Japan offers travellers a plethora of unforgettable experiences. And that’s not all—while Tokyo buzzes with energy, we’ll also be exploring other captivating destinations throughout this incredible country. From the ancient temples of […]