Things to Do in Takayama in Winter

Things to Do in Takayama in Winter

I was really unsure about visiting Takayama during the winter. Most images I saw online showed it dressed up for its famous fall and spring … Read more

What A5 Wagyu Actually Means, After Eating Kobe, Hida and Yonezawa Beef

What A5 Wagyu Actually Means, After Eating Kobe, Hida and Yonezawa Beef

A5. Before I traveled around Japan pursuing wagyu, A5 meant nothing more to me than marketing jargon. It was certainly premium beef. It was just … 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

Hidagyu Maruaki Hida Beef Restaurant reviews

Hidagyu Maruaki Hida Beef Restaurant Takayama: My Dining Experience

Just got back from Takayama, and let me share one of the highlights of my trip – The Hidagyu Maruaki Hida Beef Restaurant located in … Read more