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Discover Nostalgic Foods
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Clover FarmKyoto Minamiyamashiro -
SangatsuyaGifu Seiryu Satoyama Park -
Komaneko SouvenirsKyoto Amanohashidate -
Miki ShokudoWakayama Kumano Kodo Susami -
Kissa HappyHyogo Awaji Fukura -
Rest Inn Plaza ElmKagoshima Sakurajima -
Bungo UdonKumamoto Aso -
C’est la Saison!Wakayama Kushimoto -
Hibara Oyasumi DokoroNara Tenri Yamanobenomichi -
Shaved Ice Shop Shogetsu HimuroTochigi Nikko -
Hida Beef Niku no KatayamaGifu Seiryu Satoyama Park -
Susami ShokudoWakayama Kumano Kodo Susami -
Michi-no-Eki Sakura no Sato ShokawaGifu Takayama Shirakawa Go -
Michi-no-Eki Shichiri-Mihama (Coffee Shop Noel)Mie Kumano Kodo Mihama -
RaikyukenSaga Ureshino Onsen -
Satoyama Meat Shop HiyamaTochigi Motegi -
Chinese Noodles IchifujiMie Okuise Odai -
Yoshida KaraagetenKumamoto Aso -
Nakanishi PeanutsNara Tenri Yamanobenomichi
Clover Farm
Kyoto Minamiyamashiro
A BASE Where You Will Find "Real Milk"
"Special milk" is a kind of milk that can be enjoyed fresh from the cow without heat sterilization. It's a special flavor that has received the pertinent certification only in four places in Japan. When I tried it, I found it to be rich in flavor like condensed milk, yet it went down smoothly. They say it's because it's a special type of milk that values the natural flavors of milk. The gelato was also rich and delicious! It was also quite soothing to see the cows from a bit of a distance.
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Sangatsuya
Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park
A BASE to Feel as if Traveling Back in Time to the Showa Era!
Sangatsuya is a Japanese canteen with the motto, "Win with the taste, win with the price and win with the serving size!" Customers are beguiled by the charming, retro atmosphere, reminiscent of the Showa era. The most popular menu item, is the "Pako," a crispy tempura of Japanese pork loin. Order the signature "Katsudon" and you'll enjoy the sight of shiny, perfectly cooked egg when you open the lid.
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Komaneko Souvenirs
Kyoto Amanohashidate
A BASE Where You Are Sure to Find Delicious Sweets That Make You Happy
Steamed buns and monaka of guardian cats are sold at the very long-established confectionery store in the vicinity of the Kotohira Shrine. The confectioneries, conceived as part of the "Cat Project," were created after trial and error by the pastry chefs. You will surely want to tell someone about the guardian cats at this shrine with the sweets, saying, "This shrine has guardian cats."
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Miki Shokudo
Wakayama Kumano Kodo Susami
A BASE to Feel Like a Local
I chose this shop aiming for Susami's local specialty wild boar-pig hybrid dish. While the restaurant looked intimidating, the staff welcomed me kindly. The man-pleasing, hearty roasted meat rice bowl and udon with a flavorful broth were rich but refreshing. The restaurant's retro Showa-era ambiance made me feel at home.
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Kissa Happy
Hyogo Awaji Fukura
Travel Back in Time to the Showa Era. A BASE to Unwind in a Vintage-Themed Cafe
The shopkeeper's doorbell greets you as you open the door. Stained glass, antique oil lamps, melon soda floats, egg salad sandwiches... the vintage Showa-era decor is somehow nostalgic and cozy. I sat where an actress from times past once did and let my mind wander. You may run into regulars who have been coming here for decades—to the place they feel they belong.
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Rest Inn Plaza Elm
Kagoshima Sakurajima
A BASE to Go When You Want to be Healed by the Sweetness of Fluffy Shaved Ice and Condensed Milk
A restaurant that has been in business for 54 years. It has a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere. Here, you can eat Kagoshima's specialty "Shirokuma," a large bowl of fluffy shaved ice with plenty of condensed milk and seasonal fruits. Their version is a little creamier than the other restaurants because it has ice cream inside! Its gentle sweetness soaks into your body. They also have "Kurokuma" with condensed milk and chocolate.
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Ryotaro Takeshima
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Bungo Udon
Kumamoto Aso
A BASE That Will Pull at the Heart-Strings of Train Lovers, with Tantalizing Views of Trains Passing by
Bungo Udon noodles are topped with a large prawn tempura, Wakame seaweed, meat, Tororo kelp, and deep-fried tofu! The homemade broth has a comforting flavor. A unique feature of this restaurant is its location next to a railway. A view of trains passing outside captures the heart!
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C’est la Saison!
Wakayama Kushimoto
A BASE to Make Your Childhood Dreams Come True
This cake shop is located in Yoshun Elementary School, which closed in 2011. The playground equipment and cherry blossom trees in the schoolyard made me feel as if I traveled back in time to elementary school. As I opened a classroom door, I was greeted with the sight of numerous cakes with a wide variety of seasonal fruit! I couldn't help but smile when tasting the wonderful flavors.
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Hibara Oyasumi Dokoro
Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi
A BASE Where You Can Feel Yamanobe no Michi's Gentle Breeze
Nestled near Hibara Shrine along the Yamanobe no Michi trail, Hibara Oyasumi Dokoro extends a warm welcome to tired travelers. I indulged in a meal made using locally sourced ingredients, including the famed Miwa somen noodles, at the open-air seating area where the gentle winds of Yamanobe no Michi caressed my senses. I savored my meal while admiring the vibrant blooms adorning the nearby fields.
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Shaved Ice Shop Shogetsu Himuro
Tochigi Nikko
A BASE to Taste Supreme Shaved Ice Made from Phantom Natural Ice
This store, owned by a well-established brewer founded in 1894, attracts many visitors from afar seeking its special shaved ice. Their signature menu item is the "Fresh Strawberry Premium," using local strawberries. The heaped fluffy shaved ice topped with plenty of special sauce is enchanting and creates happiness with just one bite.
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Hida Beef Niku no Katayama
Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park
Yummy and Juicy Round Menchi (Ground Meat Cutlet)! A BASE Loved by Both the Locals and Tourists
A very popular butcher frequented by locals even on weekdays! Some buy meat and deli foods. Some send Hida Beef to their friends and family. Its best-seller is the hearty, fist-sized Maru Menchi ball! The juice that seeps out of the crispy fried batter will put a smile on your face.
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Susami Shokudo
Wakayama Kumano Kodo Susami
A BASE with a Kind Atmosphere Made by the Female Manager that Feels Like You've Been There Before
I felt relaxed when the kind manager welcomed me. I had the specialty Pacific saury sushi handmade by the proprietress. Since it was a chilly rainy day, the miso soup warmed my heart, reminding me of my mom's food. It was my first time eating Pacific saury pressed sushi. The vinegar rice was seasoned well, relieving my fatigue from visiting an unknown land.
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Michi-no-Eki Sakura no Sato Shokawa
Gifu Takayama Shirakawa Go
A BASE to Fill Your Stomach with Local Specialties
Located near the Shokawa Interchange, Sakura no Sato Shokawa has restaurants and day onsen facilities. The best-selling food at the shop is "unsweetened Mitarashi Dango dumplings." The combination of freshly grilled chewy dumplings and aromatic soy sauce is a treat. As the name suggests, the area is surrounded by cherry trees and is a spectacular cherry blossom viewing spot during peak season.
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Michi-no-Eki Shichiri-Mihama (Coffee Shop Noel)
Mie Kumano Kodo Mihama
A BASE Where Locals Can Relax and Feel at Home
I enjoyed a Napolitan spaghetti (Japanese-style spaghetti with ketchup-based sauce), ham egg sandwich, and coffee. The large portions fill you up. It's a cozy coffee shop that serves as a local gathering place, perfect for a lunch break. The owner has been running the shop for over 30 years, adding a sense of history.
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Naoyuki Kubo
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Raikyuken
Saga Ureshino Onsen
A BASE to Feel Cozy with the Same Old Taste from the Past
About a 20-minute drive from Ureshino-Onsen Station, Raikyuken is a popular restaurant known to everyone in town when asked about it. The creamy tonkotsu (pork bones) soup has a satisfying taste. The ramen is recommended to eat with a raw egg! Their oden is offered at 100 yen each, allowing you to eat as much as you like, which is also a good point. I felt recharged with the taste that has been loved by the locals for a long time.
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Satoyama Meat Shop Hiyama
Tochigi Motegi
A BASE Where You Can Boost Your Energy with Tasty Prepared Dishes
Locals have been loving this meat shop for a very long time, especially for its delicious prepared dishes! At around 10:00 am, they put out a variety of fried foods. In particular, the menchi-katsu (ground meat cutlet) made with Japanese beef is quite big and juicy on the inside. These treats are also available at the school store of the nearby high school, attracting many loyal fans who have been buying it since they were students.
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Chinese Noodles Ichifuji
Mie Okuise Odai
A BASE Where You Can Relish the Golden Soup that Already Feels Nostalgic Even on Your First Visit
As you enter the restaurant, you will hear the familiar sound of regular customers slurping noodles and laughing. The golden soup is made with Miyagawa River's delicious water and a generous amount of Kishu seafood. Here, the most popular dish is the champon, a light yet rich delicacy with a nostalgic flavor that will make you crave another bite. Eating at this restaurant will warm up your body and soul.
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Yoshida Karaageten
Kumamoto Aso
A BASE to Feel Like a Local and Warm Your Heart with Freshly-Fried Food Made with Love
Yoshida Karaageten is a takeout-only shop selling freshly fried chicken that is both juicy and crispy, large eggplant tempura, sweet potato tempura and more. The retro shop interior and flavors reminiscent of times past are comforting. The sweet potato tempura with its crispy batter and sweet filling is exceptionally good and can be enjoyed like dessert.
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Nakanishi Peanuts
Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi
A BASE to Find the Perfect Accompaniment for Your Evening Drink
Along the Tenri Kaido Road, there awaits a colossal peanut sculpture that marks the entrance to Nakanishi Peanuts. Step inside to explore an array of bean confectionery products on display. With approximately 11 varieties of my favorite kaki no tane (spicy rice crackers and peanuts) to choose from, the decision proved to be challenging. I opted for a regular and an extra spicy one to complement my evening drinks back at the hotel. Don't miss out on the opportunity to savor the delectable maple and nut ice cream right there at the store!
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One of the joys of traveling is finding new things of interest!
One of the joys of traveling is finding new things of interest!