Japan
Unleash your inner foodie (and maybe weirdo) in Japan! Devour melt-in-your-mouth sushi, slurp down steaming bowls of ramen, and tempt your taste buds with adventurous specialties like octopus balls or wagyu beef. Beyond the delicious,explore the quirky side of Japan with wacky vending machines, unique ice cream flavors (wasabi anyone?), and even character cafes. It's a cultural adventure for all your senses, with something strange and wonderful around every corner.Japan: Where tradition meets tasty (and slightly terrifying) treats!
Photo Gallery
Kyoto, Japan
Maidreamin Maid Cafe
Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan
Matsue Castle
Matsue, Japan
Amano Hashidate
Japan
Boat Ride to Matsue Castle
Matsue, Japan
Owl Cafe
Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Snack Selection at 7-11
Tokyo, Japan
Yamakasa at the Kushida Shrine
This is a sort of float that is carried in a race at the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival in Fukuoka, Japan.
Mount Fuji
Seen from the air en route to Tokyo
Ramen Menu
Hakata is a word which refers to/describes Fukuoka, Japan.
Pastry Selection
Tokyo, Japan
Hakata Machiya Folk Market
Fukuoka, Japan
Chef Making Tiayaki
Japanese filled fish-shaped pastries; Tokyo, Japan
Outside of the Robot Restaurant
Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Fukuoka Tower
Fukuoka, Japan
Rotating Bridge
Amano Hashidate, Japan
Comic Book Store
Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan
Samurai House
Matsue, Japan
Squid Balls, Mizuki Shugeru Road
Not that kind of balls! Sakaiminato, Japan
Tokyo Karts
Costumes were an option, but it was waaaay too hot! Tokyo, Japan
Ice Cream Sundae
Maidreamin Cafe, Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan
At the Airport
Tokyo Narita International Airport
Kushida Shrine
Fukuoka, Japan
Kit Kat Selection
Tokyo, Japan
Kushida Shrine
Fukuoka, Japan
Robot Restaurant
Tokyo, Japan
Fresh Sushi and Sake
Sakaiminato, Japan
Gachapon Machines
Capsule toys for adults and kids. Tokyo, Japan
River in Matsue, Japan
Bathroom at Samurai Museum
Matsue, Japan. SO civilized.
Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Asakusa Shrine
Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Mizuki Shigeru Road
Sakaiminato, Japan
Robot Restaurant
Tokyo, Japan
Arcades Everywhere in Akihabara
Tokyo, Japan
Fukuoka is the Birthplace of Tonkotsu Ramen
Known for the creamy texture of the cloudy broth, derived from pork bones
Art From Samurai Museum
Matsue, Japan
Tokyo
View of Tokyo; photo taken while on our Mario Kart ride
With our Japanese Host Couple from Homestay.com
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Narita International Airport
Squid Balls Mizuki Shigeru Road
Sakaiminato, Japan
Mizuki Shigeru Road
Sakaiminato, Japan
Maidreamin Maid Cafe
Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan
Bullet Train, Kyoto to Tokyo
Japan
Arcades and Shopping
Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan
Robot Restaurant
Tokyo, Japan
T Rex at Robot Restaurant
Tokyo, Japan
Recommended Reading
Cover of Around The World in 80 Trains
A woman travels around the world, mainly through Asia, North America, and Europe