A trip to South Korea & Japan – Introduction
In September-October 2016, I traveled to South Korea for the first time. On my way, I also decided to visit Japan for a few days. My flights were mostly …
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The best tonkotsu ramen in Fukuoka, Japan
Ramen is one of Japan‘s most famous dishes. Each region of the country has their own popular style. Fukuoka is famous for being the home of tonkotsu ramen. Tonkotsu …
The best craft beer in Fukuoka, Japan
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Beer & Breweries, Food & Drink, Fukuoka, Japan, Travel Guides No Comments
Although Japan‘s craft beer scene is growing, I went to Fukuoka with fairly low expectations. While it is one of the bigger cities in Japan, there are fewer expats …
Attending a Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks Japanese baseball game
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Asia, Culture, Favorite Stories & Experiences, Fukuoka, Japan, Sports, Travel Guides 7 Comments
I love baseball. I’d always wanted to attend a Japanese baseball game, as I’d heard that the unique experience is nothing like watching a game in the United States. …
A day trip from Fukuoka to Dazaifu, Japan
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Art & Architecture, Asia, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Fukuoka, History, Japan, Museums, Travel Guides No Comments
On my second full day in Fukuoka, I decided to take a day trip to Dazaifu, since I’d heard that it was pretty & had some nice shrines & …
A walking tour of the parks, shrines, & temples of Fukuoka, Japan
Last updated: March 18, 2023 Art & Architecture, Asia, Culture, Fukuoka, Hiking & Outdoors, Japan, Travel Guides No Comments
I arrived in Fukuoka, Japan the same day that powerful Typhoon Malakas was hitting the area. Luckily, the bulk of the storm made landfall to the south and the rain …