Kushikatsu Daruma, the original kushikatsu restaurant in Osaka's Shinsekai—of course you have to try their signature kushikatsu when you're in Osaka!
This time I ordered the wagyu skewer. Although it wasn't fried, it was still tender when I bit into it. Paired with their special sauce, it was savory and so easy to keep eating. After walking around the Shinsekai shopping street, stopping by for a skewer really gives you a taste of the local Osaka atmosphere!
Niseko Village Ski Resort
Surrounded by the majestic nature of Hokkaido, including Mount Yotei, known as "Ezo Fuji," and the Niseko mountain range, Niseko Village Ski Resort is a popular destination in Hokkaido. It's hailed as a "powder paradise," attracting skiers from all over Japan and the world with its exceptional snow quality.
Niseko in Hokkaido—the entire snowy landscape is so beautiful that you can't help taking photo after photo! Snow covers the mountaintops, and everywhere you look is a silvery-white world, full of that Hokkaido winter atmosphere.
Even without skiing, I really enjoyed the relaxed resort feel here. The surrounding snowy scenery is beautiful, and it feels like you're in a winter wonderland.
Sapporo PARCO
Located in the heart of Sapporo and directly connected to Odori Subway Station, Sapporo PARCO is a fashion-centric commercial multiplex offering seamless access even on rainy or snowy days. Since its opening in 1975, shoppers have clocked here for its spot at the forefront of Sapporo's fashion trends for nearly 50 years.
Shopping at Sapporo PARCO, there are lots of clothing brands to browse at your own pace. There’s a good selection of women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories, and it’s easy to end up buying something as you look around!
Each floor has stores with different styles, ranging from casual everyday wear to more design-oriented clothing. If you enjoy shopping, it’s definitely worth setting aside some time to browse.
Yabaton Yaba-cho Main store
It is a famous store of Nagoya's well known "Miso-katsu" founded in 1947. The Tonkatsu is covered with sauce made from naturally brewed bean miso from Aichi prefecture that has been aged for a year and a half.
Yabaton in the Osu Shopping District caught my eye while I was shopping, so I couldn't resist stopping in for a bite! Their signature miso pork cutlet is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The crunchy breading is covered with a rich Nagoya miso sauce, and the savory-sweet flavor goes really well with rice.
Stopping by for a Nagoya specialty while exploring the lively Osu Shopping District is a great way to refuel during your trip.
