When you don't feel like applying a lot of different skincare products, it's convenient to keep moisturizing simple. The large size is also great for everyday use, and it's a pretty good value.
After washing my face, I can just apply some and I'm done moisturizing. It's refreshing and convenient, and it's one product I'll want to keep in my daily skincare routine!
Okonomiyaki Mizuno
This okonomiyaki speciality shop sits in the bustling downtown area of Dotonbori in Osaka. Since its founding in 1945, this veteran shop has been featured in MICHELIN guide: Bib Gourmand for 6 consecutive years and beloved by its patrons for many years. Keeping with its concept of “evolved vintage”, the restaurant is well kept by its 3rd generation owner with a menu of delicious new spins and unchanged traditions.
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,
Yaki Gaki no Hayashi
Yaki Gaki no Hayashi has tantalized tastebuds for over 75 years with the succulence of grilled oysters at this shop perched midway along Miyajima Omotesando Shopping Street, between the ferry terminal and Itsukushima Shrine.
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
Yamanami Highway
The Yamanami Highway is the nickname for Prefectural Route 11, which runs from Beppu in Oita Prefecture to Ichinomiya in Kumamoto Prefecture. The route offers a refreshing drive with sweeping views of the majestic Kuju Mountain Range and other stunning scenery.
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!
