Food in Japan

Where Locals Eat Around Lake Kawaguchiko: Gyukatsu Koshūya & Cafe DINA

I’m a local Japanese living near Lake Kawaguchiko, and in this article I’ll share some of the restaurants and cafés I’ve personally visited and recommend. These are places I actually tried myself, so you’ll get an honest review rather than just another list of tourist spots. Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch or dinner, […]

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Food in Japan

”ROCK” Curry in Hokuto: A Local’s Food Experience in Yamanashi

When people talk about food in Yamanashi, one of the first names that comes up is ROCK, the legendary curry restaurant in Kiyosato, Hokuto City. It’s been a local landmark for decades, attracting travelers from all over Japan. As someone who actually lives in Yamanashi, I decided to finally make the trip myself. I visited

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Food in Japan, Local Experiences

Trying a Venison Burger at DEAR DEER: Local Gibier Cuisine Near Mt. Fuji

Why I Tried a Venison Burger at DEAR DEER What is DEAR DEER Fujisan Gibier Center? Located just a short walk from Michi-no-Eki Fujiyoshida (the local roadside station), DEAR DEER Fujisan Gibier Center is a small but unique spot specializing in locally-sourced venison and wild boar meat from the Mt. Fuji area. In Japan, it’s

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Food in Japan