Month: May 2025
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Popular Osaka eateries at Expo 2025 (関西万博)
We visited Expo 2025 (関西万博) in Osaka in April, about a week after it opened to the public. This fast food palace stood out and caught our attention. Enjoy a tune while browsing. We were initially drawn to this lively food court by a giant illuminated display and later learnt that it is part of…
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Snacking our way through Expo 2025 (関西万博)
We visited Expo 2025 (関西万博) in Osaka in April, about a week after it opened to the public. With around 100 food vendors on-site, there’s no shortage of options—but the early buzz wasn’t entirely positive. Many visitors complained about long lines during the first few days. In our experience, though, it really varied. Enjoy a…
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The Grand Ring (大屋根リング) at Expo 2025 (関西万博), Osaka
We went to see Expo 2025 (関西万博) in Osaka, Japan in April 2025, about a week after its opening to the public. This is our first post about this event. Enjoy a tune while browsing. Our first glimpse of Expo 2025 was the Grand Ring (大屋根リング). We saw the Grand Ring from Osaka Bay when…
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Kanazawa Phonograph Museum 金沢蓄音器館 – Part 2
Continuing with our visit to Kanazawa Phonograph Museum 金沢蓄音器館, a surprisingly rewarding stop conveniently located across the bridge over Asano River from the old town at Higashiyama (where most people visit in Kanazawa). The Kanazawa Phonograph Museum opened in 2001, showcases the personal collection of Hiroshi Yokaichiya, the owner of a record shop in Kanazawa.…