Amanoiwato Shrine | Review by BobbyJenny

When you come to Osaka, of course you have to eat some piping-hot okonomiyaki. Cabbage, pork, and other ingredients are added to the batter, then it's cooked until lightly browned on both sides, topped with rich sauce and mayonnaise, and finished with bonito flakes. The aroma comes out right away.

The most interesting part of okonomiyaki is watching it slowly cook on the griddle as the steam and aroma keep drifting over,

When you come to Miyajima, you can't miss the famous local oysters. You can find oyster dishes everywhere along the street, but the thing I wanted to try most was freshly grilled oysters. Large oysters are placed over charcoal, and as the steam rises, their aroma spreads through the air.

The grilled oyster shells are lightly charred, and when you open them, the oysters inside are plump and juicy. They taste fresh and sweet with a hint of the sea, and they're delicious simply grilled. Holding them piping hot while strolling around Miyajima and eating local food feels especially satisfying.

Miyajima has deer, ocean views, and streets full of oysters that make you want to stop and try them. This fresh taste also became part of this

I was really looking forward to driving the Yamanami Highway on a road trip through Kyushu. This time I came specifically to Chojabaru. I originally thought the entrance and parking lot would be easy to find, but once I arrived, I realized the directions were a little confusing. I drove around for a bit before finally finding a place to park.

After parking and walking over to the Yamanami Highway, the view immediately made the search feel worthwhile. The wide-open grasslands, the mountain ranges in the distance, and Kyushu's fresh air made the whole view very pleasant.

There's also a Montbell nearby where you can stock up!