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 […]