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15 Izakaya Where You Can Enoy Delicious Sake in Osaka
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15 Izakaya Serving Kushikatsu, Renowned Food of Osaka
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[Osaka] 10 Restaurants for Shabu-Shabu and Sukiyaki in the Namba and Umeda Area
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Beat the Summer Heat with Hot Pot Dishes! Top Summer Hot Pot Picks in Osaka
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11 Stylish Cafes in Nakazaki-cho
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Best Yakiniku Around Tsuruhashi! 10 Popular Yakiniku Restaurants
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The 25 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, March 2019
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A Foodie Tour to Discover Awaji Island and its Fantastic Local Products
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Get Your Fill of Steak While Watching the Chef at Work! 5 Recommended Kobe Steak Restaurants in Sannomiya with Counter Seating
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5 Restaurants in Osaka with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
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5 Select Luxurious Dining Spots in Namba, Osaka's Popular Area for a Taste of Extravagance
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Simmered in Kanto, Grilled in Kansai! The Different Styles of Sukiyaki in Japan
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10 Cafes in Kyoto with Free Wi-Fi
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Enjoy a Night Out in Tennoji, Osaka! 11 Restaurants with an All-You-Can-Drink Plan!
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9 Delicious and Famous Ramen Restaurants in Kyoto
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14 Japanese Seafood Restaurants in Kobe
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Savor the Flavors of Autumn in Japan! ‘Tis the Season for Eating!
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Exploring the High-Class Japanese Cuisine of Teppanyaki
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto Where You Can Eat Delicious, Fresh, and Juicy Yakitori
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15 Great Restaurants in Shinsaibashi, Osaka – One of the Leading Shopping Areas of Japan!
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Premium Delights! The Top 14 Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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Some of the Best Restaurants in Osaka That Use Local Ingredients
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15 Teppanyaki Restaurants in Osaka for Enjoying Delicious Wagyu
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11 Lunch Options Near Shin-Osaka Station You Just Can't Miss!
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, June 2019
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13 Recommended Shopping, Entertainment, and Izakaya Spots in Kyobashi, Osaka
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What Is Yuba? The History and Method Behind Japanese Tofu Skin, and Where to Try It in Kyoto
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After Sightseeing, a Drink! 10 Izakaya to Savor Japanese Food in Nara
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Kyoto Station, The Gateway to the Ancient Capital! Local Eats and Sights You Don't Want to Miss!
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5 Japanese Restaurants in Namba, Osaka, Ideal for Special Occasions with Comfortable Private Rooms
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5 Exclusive Restaurants Near Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto, Ideal for New Year's and Everyday Shrine Visits
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Delicious Tempura Restaurants in Kyoto and the Surrounding Area
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30 Recommended Lunch Spots in Shinsaibashi, Namba, and Dotonbori
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Chosen by Locals! 15 of the Most Delicious Ramen Restaurants in Osaka
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Restaurants Where You Can View Cherry Blossoms in Osaka and Kyoto
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15 Izakaya in Kyoto that are Perfect for Families
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Indulge in Osaka's Summer Tradition: Tenjin Festival! Delight Your Palate at These 5 Restaurants After the Festivities
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15 Japanese Restaurants in Osaka that Serve Fresh Seafood
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10 Restaurants in Umeda, Osaka for Events and Parties
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Delicious Must-Try Yakiniku Restaurants in Nara
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15 Fantastic Ramen in Kyoto That Are Popular Among Foreign Tourists
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto with Delicious Seafood Dishes
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Hydrangea Season Is Almost Here! Famous Hydrangea Spots and Nearby Fantastic Restaurants
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Try These Yakitori! 15 Recommended Izakaya in Osaka
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[Osaka] 10 Recommend Wagyu Yakiniku Restaurants in Umeda, Namba, and Shinsaibashi
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20 Delicacies and Restaurants You Can't Miss in the Gourmet City of Osaka
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Winter Feasting - 5 Osaka Restaurants with Delicious Hot Oden
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5 High-Class French Restaurants in Osaka for an Unforgettable Time with Someone Special
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Discover Kyoto's Charm! 5 Original and Stylish Italian Restaurants Offering Casual Dining at Reasonable Prices
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29 All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants in Osaka That Are Good Value for Money
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Relish Rich Flavor: 5 Osaka Restaurants with Delectable Oysters
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Top 15 Japanese Restaurants Around Kyoto Station
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Recommended by Locals - Top 13 Drinking Spots in Osaka That Serve Great Food
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17 Outstanding Restaurants in Kyoto Selected by a Famous Japanese Gourmet Site
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Top 11 Lunches at Osaka’s Food Paradise, Namba
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15 Restaurants and Izakaya in Osaka Recommended for a Perfect Date
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2 Great Cafes to Stop By for a Break When on a Stroll Around Kyoto
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8 Yakiniku Restaurants in Umeda with Quality Meat and Great Value for Money (Osaka)
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23 Steak and Curry Restaurants in Umeda, Osaka with Fantastic Flavors!
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12 Shinsaibashi Cafes Representing the Bustling City of Osaka
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Popular Japanese Dishes Made with Fish
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17 Perfect Vegetarian/ Vegan Restaurants in Osaka for Delectable Dishes
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The History Behind Fugu Cuisine and Different Delicious Ways to Eat Fugu
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10 Recommended Spots to Enjoy Kyoto Cuisine and Obanzai in the Tea City of Uji, Kyoto
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15 Cafes in Kyoto Where to Find the Most Delicious Desserts
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Cap Off Kyoto's Gourmet Experience with Japanese Sake! Discover 5 Restaurants with Expert Sake Masters
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Recommended Restaurants to Visit While Touring the Three Major Cities in the Kansai Area | Keihanshin
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Top 15 Restaurants in Namba, Osaka as Chosen by a Popular Japanese Gourmet Website
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A Guide to Yakitori, one of Japan's traditional delicacies!
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Recommended for Lunch! Top 10 Must-visit Ramen Restaurants in Osaka
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Learn All About Kaiseki Cuisine Through These Must-Visit Kaiseki Restaurants
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15 Cheap and Tasty Izakaya in Shijo-Kawaramachi
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[Kyoto] 10 Yakiniku Spots With Excellent Wagyu Beef
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15 Izakaya Serving Seafood near Popular Osaka Sightseeing Spots
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14 Izakaya in Kyoto that are Recommended by Locals
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto with Private Rooms
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Popular among Visitors! SAVOR JAPAN Top 5 Popular Restaurants for Sushi and Seafood Cuisine
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13 Must-Try Yakiniku Restaurants in Kobe
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15 Izakaya in Kyoto with Private Rooms and Delicious Food
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10 Select Restaurants in Osaka Serving Kaiseki Cuisine
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Dine in Elegance at the Counter! Discover 5 Exceptional Sushi Restaurants in Osaka, Catering to the Discerning Palates of Adults
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Top 15 Summer Dining Destinations in Osaka
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14 Restaurants and Izakaya to Visit after Exploring Nijo Castle, Kyoto
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Must-Try Recommended Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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Dashi: The Essence of Japanese Cuisine
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5 Awesome Lunch Places in Kyobashi, Osaka
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Enjoy a Full Day of Cherry Blossom Viewing in Kyoto According to a Kyoto Resident
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What is Matsusaka-gyu? 5 Restaurants to Enjoy Matsusaka-gyu in Mie Prefecture
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14 Yakiniku Restaurants in Kyoto with Noteworthy Menus
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From Authentic Kaiseki to Casual Italian Restaurants! 13 Lunch Spots Among the Countless Varieties Available in Nishi Umeda (Osaka)
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Amazing Restaurants to Visit on a Sightseeing Date Around Nara
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5 Restaurants in Kobe with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
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13 Reccomended Lunch Spots Around Umeda!
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The 6 Restaurants in Kansai to Enjoy Japanese Cuisine after Hanami
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Enjoy These 14 Izakaya and Restaurants in Umeda, Osaka with Your Travel Buddies!
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Essential Stops for Your Osaka Trip! 5 Restaurants in the Popular Area of Shinsekai, Osaka
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Facts and Tips for Enjoying Hanami in Japan
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, January 2020
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Top Lunch Spots in Famous Tourist Locations of Kyoto
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14 Izakaya in Osaka that Serve Must-Try Nabe Dishes
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15 Restaurants in Kyoto Recommended by Japanese Master Chefs
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Top 13 Must-Visit Dining Destinations in Nara, as Recommended by Top Japanese Chefs
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5 Japanese Restaurants with Atmospheric Private Rooms in Kyoto, the Ancient Capital
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15 Restaurants You Should Visit in Nara
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Springtime Splendor Equal to Cherry Blossoms! Where to Find Japan’s Best Wisteria
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Historic Townhouses Turned Restaurants Nestled in the Center of a Historical Cityscape...
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15 Exceptional Lunches in Osaka for Under 1,000 JPY
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Nara area, July 2019
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Fancy Restaurants With Chic Designs in Kyoto
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15 Restaurants and Izakaya in Uji and Fushimi (Kyoto)
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More than Kobe Beef: 10 Must-Try Restaurants in Kobe
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Experience a unique high-color walk-and-eat while touring attractions in Kuwana, Mie
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Spring Dining Delights: 5 Restaurants Perfect for Welcome and Farewell Parties
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Tokyo's Popular Restaurant Takes Top Spot! Japanese Dominance with 14 Entries in “50 Top Pizza Asia Pacific 2023”
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Osaka, Where Well-Established Restaurants Cause a Buzz in the Gourmet World
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Takeout and Delivery in Kyoto: Top 5 Western-style Restaurants
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13 Cheap and Delicious Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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Enjoy a special experience at shrines and temples which have been registered as World Heritage Sites and National Treasures
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12 Delicious Hot Pot Restaurants in Nara to Visit on a Cold Winter
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Eating Solo in Kyoto? Try These 15 Casual Restaurants!
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Enjoy Japanese Halal food at Muslim friendly restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka!
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One of Hyogo Prefecture's Top Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots! 5 Must-Visit Shops When Visiting Himeji Castle
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, October 2018
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A Guide to Japanese New Year's Soba
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16 Restaurants Around Gion for Touristy Lunch Breaks!
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13 Restaurants in Kyoto with Great Summer Cuisine
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Taste a Different Side of Kyoto! 12 Restaurants Filled With Unique Personalities
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Top 15 Easily Accessible Restaurants that Offer Dishes Unique to Kyoto
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Walking Distance From Shinsaibashi! 20 Restaurants with Private Rooms in Namba, Osaka
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Savoring Kyoto: 5 Unique Traditional Japanese Restaurants for a Leisurely Experience
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Top 14 Restaurants Around Shin-Osaka Station
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Embark on a trip where one can stay at Nara's oldest soy sauce brewery, where on can feel the origins of Japanese food culture
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5 Recommended Restaurants to Visit Near Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Kyoto
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Recommended Restaurants for Visiting While Embarking on a "Suzume" Pilgrimage throughout Japan
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Top 15 Japanese Pubs in Kyoto That Serve Delicious Local Cuisine
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Revitalize Your Spirit in the New Year! 5 Restaurants near Kasuga-taisha Shrine in Nara for a Spiritual Recharge
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15 Great Restaurants With Artistic Cuisine for Special Occasions in Kyoto
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, December 2019
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Japanese restaurants to stop by on your way home from sightseeing at the popular Kinkakuji Temple and Nijo Castle
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, August 2019
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Discover the Charms of Japanese Whisky with These Restaurants That Also Serve Delicious Food
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Discover the Vibrant Nightlife of Japan! Izakaya Enjoyment Suggestions
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Can't Speak Japanese? No Problem! 30 Restaurants in Kobe with Multilingual Menus
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Ultimate Wagyu Spots! 15 Recommended Yakiniku Restaurants in Osaka
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Exploring Osaka's Culinary Treasures: The Top 5 Yakiniku Restaurants for Wagyu Bliss
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, February 2019
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15 Cafes and Restaurants with Delicious Desserts in Kyoto
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5 Restaurants in Kyoto with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
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Top 5 Irresistible Izakayas for a Delectable Experience in Osaka
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Enjoy Osaka's Popular Area with 5 Highly Recommended Restaurants in Umeda
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13 Izakaya Around Shinsaibashi, Osaka
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Savor a Touch of Luxury! 5 Popular Yakiniku Restaurants in Namba, Osaka
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A Kyoto Local's Recommendations for Places to Enjoy the Fall Foliage and Nearby Restaurants
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30 Restaurants in Kyoto with Excellent Wine
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Top 17 Recommended Restaurants and Izakayas around Osaka / Umeda Station [Japanese Cuisine Edition]
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Ultimate Adult Date Spots! 5 Top-Ranked Deep-Fried Skewer Restaurants in Osaka, Offering Satisfying Flavors and Atmosphere
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Perfect for Post-Work Relaxation or Dining on a Business Trip - Top 13 Gourmet Destinations in and around Shin-Osaka Station
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Kobe Beef in Kobe: 5 Famous Restaurants Offering the Best Branded Wagyu Beef
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9 Fancy and Delicious Restaurants for Your Foodie Break in Himeji
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10 Restaurants Where You Can Enjoy a Sushi Lunch in the Popular Travel Destination of Kyoto
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50 Restaurants in Japan Where Luggage Storage Service is Available
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Autumn Delights in Kyoto! Explore 5 Restaurants for Boiled Tofu and Yuba Pleasures
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Must-Visit Restaurants Around Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site
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This is Osaka! Restaurants that have Served Classic Gourmet Dishes for Generations
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14 Highly Recommended Restaurants that Kyoto-Lovers and Gourmets Cannot Miss Duaring Winter
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Visit These 15 Restaurants in Kyoto After Enjoying the Fall Leaves
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17 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Osaka, as Recommended by Top Chefs in Japan [Japanese Cuisine Edition]
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Winter Delights Await! Experience a Diverse Array of Hotpot Cuisine at These 5 Osaka Restaurants
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Top 15 Lunch Spots in Osaka for Fresh Seafood
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15 Delicious Steak Restaurants in Kyoto
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Savor the Food and Enjoy the Sights at Osaka's Famous Spot, Dotonbori!
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An Unprecedented Matcha Boom! 16 Recommended Sweets from Uji, Where History and Tradition are Kept Alive!
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Lost for Choice? Try These 15 Delicious Okonomiyaki Restaurants in Osaka!
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15 Recommended Okonomiyaki Restaurants in Umeda
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15 Unmissable Izakaya Around Gion, Kyoto
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Savor Delightful Tempura in Kyoto: 5 Restaurants Known for Delicious Food and Exceptional Atmosphere
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Restaurants to Visit on Special Occasions in Your Sunday Best
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21 Yakiniku Spots to Enjoy Delicious Beef in Kyobashi!
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5 Sushi Restaurants You Should Visit When You Visit Osaka's Popular Entertainment District, Kita Area
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The Ultimate Guide to Kyoto's Specialties and Where to Eat Them
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, May 2019
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Indulge Your Senses: 5 Top Osaka Steakhouse Restaurants for Brand Beef at the Counter
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Embrace the Arrival of Spring With Plum Blossoms and a Seasonal Feast
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10 Restaurants in Nara with Multilingual Menus
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The top 5 authentic up-scale Sushi Restaurants in Osaka
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Exploring Five Exquisite Wagyu Beef Dining Destinations in Namba and Shinsaibashi
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5 popular SAVOR JAPAN Yakiniku Restaurants that Travelers are into!
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Fantastic Restaurant with Great Taste and Atmosphere in Osaka's Popular Area, Minami
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15 Phenomenal Yakiniku Restaurants in Namba and Shinsaibashi
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Admire Fantastic Wintery Scenery and More at the Kobe Luminarie!
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Osaka's Top 10 Family Friendly Restaurants
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15 Top Lunch Spots Around Shin-Osaka Station!
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Enjoy the Sights and Flavors of Osaka in One Day
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15 Must-Dine Places When in Kyoto for Lunch
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One Day Kyoto Food and Sightseeing Guide from an Australian Living in Kyoto
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Top 6 Places to Enjoy a Delicious Lunch in Shin-Osaka!
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13 Restaurants in Osaka Recommended by Japanese Master Chefs
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Warm Up with Winter Delights! 5 Osaka Restaurants Serving Delicious Stewed Dishes to Savor
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Unparalled Access! 30 Restaurants Around Osaka Station
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Popular among Visitors to Japan! Top 5 Japanese Restaurants on SAVOR JAPAN
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Kanto vs Kansai: 6 Major Food Culture Differences
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10 Delicious Sushi Spots in Kyoto
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15 Affordable and Delicious Yakiniku Lunch Spots in Osaka
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10 Top Restaurants in Osaka that Serve A Hearty Breakfast
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Gateway to the South: Top 16 Places to Eat Lunch in Namba
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11 Delicious Cafes in the Umeda Area
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10 Recommended Restaurants in Japan's Nara: From Luxury Restaurants to Local Eateries!
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[2023] Experience the Exquisite and Seasonal Flavors of Japan! Indulge in the Japanese Culture of Omotenashi with Kaiseki Cuisine
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14 Amazing Restaurants That Serve Sake in Kyoto
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5 Restaurants You'll Want to Visit Together with Old Shrines and Famous Temples in Kyoto
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30 Delicious Steak Restaurants Around Kobe
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15 Must-Try Sushi Restaurants in Osaka
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, January 2024
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Enjoy Sushi Found Only in Gion, Kyoto
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Experience the Summer Traditions of Kyoto! How to Enjoy the Enchanting Kamo River Noryo-Yuka
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29 Great Spots for Lunch in Kyoto
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10 Muslim-friendly Halal Restaurants In Japan That Have Prayer Rooms And Equipment!
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Top 20 Must-Visit Restaurants in Kyoto
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15 Famous Japanese Restaurants to go to when Visiting Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
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13 Recommended Cafes in Tennoji For Experiencing a Special Time
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13 Restaurants in Osaka That Are Perfect for a Special Night Out
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Romantic Date Nights Await! Explore 5 Osaka Restaurants Offering Stunning Night Views
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[2019 Edition] The Best Spots and Restaurants in Japan for Viewing Cherry Blossoms
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, November 2018
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Recommended Restaurants Around Himeji to Drop By When Visiting Himeji Castle
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06.27.2016
You can't keep your hands off tebasaki.
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Crispy yet juicy, sweet but spicy, tebasaki karaage (deep-fried chicken wings) are extremely popular throughout Japan. They go fantastic with beer and are hard to stop eating once you get started. Moreover, women know they're chock full of collagen that's good for their skin. Said to have originated from Aichi Prefecture, tebasaki are similar to buffalo chicken wings served in the West, but have a Japanese soy sauce base. There are variations on the recipe, but the most popular flavor is sweet and spicy. Why not try authentic tebasaki this summer in Aichi Prefecture!
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06.27.2016
Slurp your soba like a Japanese and feel the joy.
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Japanese slurp their soba (buckwheat noodles) because it tastes better that way. While enjoyed throughout the year, soba is especially satisfying when eaten cold in the summer. Japanese also eat soba on special occasions such as New Year's Eve and after moving to a new home. Soba restaurants were traditionally established in old renovated Japanese houses, but tachigui (stand-up) soba shops are now everywhere, even on train station platforms, reflecting soba's huge popularity. Always delicious, soba can be eaten with sake and hors d'oeuvres to brighten any occasion.
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06.27.2016
The luckiest vegetable in Japan. Nasu.
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Nasu (Japanese eggplant) became a symbol of happiness in Japan because its pronunciation is the same as for the word "achieve." There is even a popular idiom, "Mount Fuji first, hawk second and eggplant third" that ranks nasu third in the list of auspicious things that can appear in your first dream of the year. Nasu have been cultivated in Japan for the last 1200 years and are commonly eaten in homes as well as at restaurants. They taste great, whether grilled, boiled, baked or fried, and contain potassium that helps cool down your body in the hot summertime. We especially recommend eating them grilled as an appetizer with soy sauce, grated ginger and dried bonito flakes. Simply delicious!
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