The Three Great Noodles of Morioka, Japan
Morioka is the gateway to the Tohoku region of Japan. In addition to being a great base for local day trips, there are three must-eat local dishes in Morioka, …
My next month so far
In my last update, I wrote about my experience traveling to to Sicily & the Netherlands in early March. If you haven’t read it yet, I recommend reading that …
My month so far
If you follow me on social media, you may know that I have been in Europe since the beginning of March. Needless to say, a lot has happened over …
The best craft beer in Antwerp, Belgium
February 29, 2020 Antwerp, Beer & Breweries, Belgium, Europe, Food & Drink, Travel Guides No Comments
Belgium has been famous for beer for a long time. As craft beer has become popular, beer bars in Antwerp have evolved to cover both traditional Belgian beers & …
A visit to St. Anna’s Tunnel in Antwerp, Belgium
January 11, 2020 Antwerp, Art & Architecture, Belgium, Culture, Europe, History, Travel Guides 2 Comments
The Scheldt River passes through Antwerp, Belgium. While most of the city, including its historic center, are on the eastern side of the river, newer sections were added on …
A day trip from Morioka to Lake Tazawa, Japan
January 7, 2020 Asia, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Hiking & Outdoors, Japan, Morioka, Travel Guides No Comments
On my trip to Japan’s northern Tohoku region, I stayed in Morioka because in addition to great noodle dishes, it’s also a convenient place to stay for day trips …
The best craft beer in Ghent, Belgium
Ghent is perhaps the best city for encountering all of the best of Belgium. The gorgeous city center is filled with medieval architecture, riverside views, and history. There’s great …
A visit to Mitsuishi Shrine in Morioka, Japan
December 23, 2019 Asia, Culture, Festivals & Events, History, Japan, Morioka, Travel Guides No Comments
On my walk between one of Morioka’s great noodle restaurants & Baeren Brewery, I passed several beautiful temples & shrines in a suburban area of the city. One of …
The best craft beer in Morioka, Japan
Morioka, Japan is the capital city of Iwate Prefecture, part of the Tohoku region. Not many visitors make it to this area of Japan, which is a shame because …
A perfect cocktail experience at Bar Cocktail Book in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
December 8, 2019 Asia, Food & Drink, Japan, Spirits, Cocktails, & Distilleries, Tokyo, Travel Guides No Comments
Shinjuku is Tokyo’s high-energy heart. Shinjuku Station is the busiest train station in the world, with millions (yes, millions!) of people passing through it every day. The glowing lights, …
A visit to Nakiryu – Michelin-starred ramen in Tokyo, Japan
Michelin-starred restaurants generally bring two words to mind: Expensive & quality. However, in recent years, Michelin has been adding a few more restaurants to their lists that are accessible …
A visit to the Museum of Yebisu Beer in Tokyo, Japan
November 23, 2019 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Culture, Food & Drink, Japan, Museums, Tokyo, Travel Guides No Comments
Not many breweries can say that a train station was named after them. But that’s exactly the case with Ebisu station along the Yamanote Line in Tokyo. The station …
Eating omakase at Manten Sushi Marunouchi in Tokyo, Japan
One visit to Japan, and you’ll realize just what you’ve been missing out on when it comes to sushi. The fish is fresher, the preparation is of higher quality, …
A visit to the Hokkaido Food Fair in Tokyo, Japan
November 7, 2019 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Culture, Festivals & Events, Food, Food & Drink, Japan, Tokyo, Travel Guides No Comments
Hokkaido is perhaps Japan’s best food region (but don’t let the other regions hear that because all food is great in Japan). The cold waters surrounding the island produce …
The best craft beer in Kumagaya, Japan
I visited Kumagaya, Japan during the 2019 Rugby World Cup. It’s located about an hour or so outside of Tokyo, on the way to Yuzawa & Niigata. While I …