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Hitsumabushi Hanaoka

This hugely popular restaurant in Sakae, Nagoya serves outstanding hitsumabushi, a Nagoya specialty made with high-quality eel. Its name is well known not only among locals but also among tourists, and long lines form in front of the restaurant even before it opens every day.

Nagoya

10 Dec 2025 See More

This spot is a safe bet when you're craving eel rice. The eel is grilled nicely—fragrant and not too dry. The portion of rice is just right, and trying the three different ways to eat it is pretty fun. The flavor isn't mind-blowing, but it's steady and really comforting. Feels like a little everyday happiness 🥰

Atago Shrine

Established in 1603, Atago Shrine enshrines the god of fire prevention. Aside from fire prevention and disaster prevention, Atago Shrine is also said to bring luck in love, printing, computers, and business successes, thanks to its relation to the phrase “related to fire.”

Shimbashi, Toranomon, Tokyo Tower, Hamamatsucho
Shrines & Temples

2 Dec 2025 See More

I'm not kidding, those stairs are insanely steep! Climbing up felt like a whole new life experience.

Keio Seiseki Sakuragaoka Shopping Center

This mega department store is located in a quiet residential area just steps from Tama River, one of the most acclaimed rivers running through the Tokyo Metropolitan Area. With easy, direct access to the Keio Line Seiseki-sakuragaoka station, it draws crowds not only from nearby residents, but from shoppers outside the area as well.

Fuchu, Chofu, Tama
Commercial Buildings

26 Jun 2025 See More

The department store isn't huge, but the basement food floor is awesome. There's a whole row of ready-to-eat meals, bento, and desserts—so much to look at! They have everything you need for daily life. Super practical spot!

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