I Tried the Breakfast at Hotel Metropolitan Nagano

I Tried the Breakfast at Hotel Metropolitan Nagano

Let me start off by saying that Hotel Metropolitan Nagano’s breakfast is nothing to write home about. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s bad. … Read more

My Unagi Yyondaime Kikukawa Dining Experience

My Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa Dining Experience

This is Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa chain restaurant at Kanazawa cross gate branch. After seeing that restaurant when I was walking through Naritasan park, I knew … Read more

Trying Sake from a Vending Machine in Takayama - My Experience

Trying Sake from a Vending Machine in Takayama – My Experience

It still boggles my mind how rich Japan’s culture and history is. As part of my Kanazawa 3-day itinerary, I visited Takayama Old Town (Historical … Read more

My Snow Monkey Park Hike: Bus From Nagano Station

My Snow Monkey Park Hike: Bus From Nagano Station

I genuinely think that Nagano is one of the best places to visit if you want to experience winter in Japan. One big reason for … Read more

Shiroyamatei Dining Experience: Restaurant Near Kenrokuen Garden

Shiroyamatei Dining Experience: Restaurant Near Kenrokuen Garden

This restaurant near Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden. I dine in here after visiting Kenrokuen Garden. I don’t think any trip to Japan is really … Read more

Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa: My Visit & Reviews

Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa: My Visit & Reviews

If you’ve never been to Oyama Shrine before then hopefully by the end of my review you’ll include it in your itinerary the next time … Read more

Visiting Nomura Samurai House Kanazawa: My Honest Review

Visiting Nomura Samurai House Kanazawa: My Honest Review (Pictures)

In my opinion, a visit to Kanazawa really won’t be complete if you’re not spending time at the Nomura Family Samurai House. I was fortunate … Read more

I Tried Gyoza at Kanazawa Gyoza Sakaba  – Dumpling Restaurant

I Tried Gyoza at Kanazawa Gyoza Sakaba – Dumpling Restaurant

I would recommend Kanazawa Gyoza Sakaba if you want to try dumpling in Kanazawa. If anything, the food is okay. Nothing to write home about … Read more

My Hokuriku Shinkansen Green Car Experience

My Hokuriku Shinkansen Green Car Experience

After enjoying my stay at Kanazawa, the next on my itinerary for this Japan trip was Nagano. Now there are a number of ways to … Read more

Gym at Hyatt Centric Kanazawa

Gym at Hyatt Centric Hotel Kanazawa

One thing I’ve realized in my stay here in Kanazawa is that even with all the walking I’ve been doing, I still have to put … Read more

I Dined at Crystal Terrace After Visiting Nagano’s Snow Monkey Park

I Dined at Crystal Terrace After Visiting Nagano’s Snow Monkey Park

Considering all the walking I did at Snow Monkey Park, I had to get myself a bite to eat. Thankfully, I came across Crystal Terrace … Read more