– In case we're at a loss for a place to eat... - Probably the best choices: Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho - Local Bars and Eats - Official Site with recommendations Also: Taijuen Shibuya - Facebook Page 5 Great Value Steakhouses in Tokyo https://www.pub-hub.com/index.php/en Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Shibuya, 1 Chome−25−6, Shibuya Parkside Kyodo Bldg., 3F – Where to activate JR Pass in Tokyo before taking Tokaido Shinkansen: OR ORDERED on 5/15/23 We'll each get a one-week JR Pass from Amnet. We can take most any train as often as we like, including the Shinkansen (Bullet Train). JR Pass Info: https://travelwithamnet.com/jr-pass Only for foreign tourists Must pick up at Amnet office with passport Activate in Japan before first use – In case we can't find a place to eat (which is nearly impossible in Osaka) https://www.tsunagujapan.com/30-cheap-and-delicious-restaurants-in-osaka/ https://www.tsunagujapan.com/20-recommended-places-to-eat-in-dotonbori-osaka/ Hokkyoku: Homemade Ice Candy (北極) - 3 Chome-8-22 Nanba Chuo-ku, Osaka - https://hokkyoku.jp/ Takoyaki - Everywhere, but these are well-known Acchichi Honpo (Fresh Catch) - 7-19, Souemon-cho, Chuo-ku (Open Late 2am) - http://www.acchichi.com/ Okonomiyaki Mizuno - 1-4-15, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 大阪府大阪市中央区道頓堀1-4-15 - Ramen Kinryu Ramen - Dotonbori Branch - 1-7-26, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 大阪府大阪市中央区道頓堀1-7-26 - https://tabelog.com/osaka/A2701/A270202/27001495/ Tempura Sakamachi no Ten-don LUNCH ONLY (until 2pm or runs out) - 1-8-16, Sennichimae, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Conveyor Belt Sushi Kaitenzushi Chojiro Hozenji - 廻転寿司CHOJIRO 法善寺店 Daiki-suisan kaitenzushi Namba-walk - 大起水産 回転寿司 なんばウォーク店 Daiki-suisan kaitenzushi Dotombori - 大起水産 回転寿司 道頓堀店 Tekomai: All-You-Can-Eat-Steak - 4-16 Doyamacho Kita-ku, Osaka - http://298group.com/accessNamba.html – In case we're at a loss for a place to eat... Ponto-cho Alley https://sharing-kyoto.com/Eat-Drink/Central_Kyoto_Area/Kaiseki-Kyo_Ryori?fulltext= Morinokenja Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with, fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 – 石垣島のグリルレストラン Island Sky Restaurant - Rooftop Our friend, Rie (pronounced LEE-ay) is making reservations for us at least one night. We also will likely have dinner at the AirBNB at least one time. – Sunset Beach by bus - https://ishigaki-tripassist.com/en/sunset-beach Bus Schedules - To the beach - 11:20am from Bus Terminal (find bus stop closest to the AirBNB) From the beach - last bus at 5:00pm
Morinokenja Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with, fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 – Rie will borrow table grill. We will go to supermarket for food on the way back from the beach. Ferry from Ishigaki to Uehara (Port) Iriomote Island. There are two ferry companies. Which one we take depends on the schedule. (See below) Terminal Address: 1 Misakicho, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0012, Japan - 〒907-0012 沖縄県石垣市美崎町1 Ferry from Uehara Port (Densa Terminal - デンサターミナル) Iriomote Island to Ishigaki There are two ferry companies. Which one we take depends on the schedule. (See below) Terminal Address: 〒907-1541 Okinawa, Yaeyama District, 竹富町上原553-1 (〒907-1541 沖縄県八重山郡 竹富町上原553-1) Morinokenja Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with, fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 Located in Misakicho District downtown Rie made reservations Morinokenja Hitoshi (ひとし), a Japanese bistro serving sushi made with, fish, umi budo algae or Ishigaki tender beef, a very appreciated specialty for which it is necessary to book several days in advance - 197-1 Okawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0022, Japan - 〒907-0022 沖縄県石垣市大川197-1 Yuigahama - Fun and festive beach with minimal waves and beach bars and restaurants within walking distance from our AirBNB. https://livejapan.com/en/in-tokyo/in-pref-kanagawa/in-kamakura/spot-lj0002320/ (Auto-translated) GARDEN HOUSE RESTAURANT is a pleasant restaurant consisting of a 60-year-old atelier and a garden terrace where you can fully enjoy the lush greenery of the garden. The concept is "Season-inspired" and "Fine-crafts". Seasonal and handmade are the themes. The cuisine is centered around dishes boldly using handmade loin ham, which can only be found here, in collaboration with "Kamakura Ham Tomioka Shokai," a local ham manufacturer with a 110-year history in Kamakura, as well as PIZZA, PANCAKE, GREEN, ICE CREAM, and other dishes using seasonal ingredients from Shonan. NORTHERN CALIFORNIA style. We also collaborated with "Kamakura Beer," a craft beer brewery also located in Kamakura. GARDEN HOUSE's original seasonal craft beer is kegged first thing in the morning and sent directly to you. You can enjoy freshly brewed craft beer that you can only drink here.
Events in July–August 2023
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July 1, 2023 Tokyo Food Suggestions*
Tokyo Food Suggestions*
July 11, 2023
Dinner @ Zaraku
Dinner @ Zaraku
July 12, 2023
Activate JR Pass*
Activate JR Pass*
July 13, 2023
Tokyo Station
JR EAST Travel Service Center (Marunouchi North Exit)
7:30-20:30
Tokyo Station
JR Tokai Ticket Office (Yaesu Central Exit)
7:30-20:30
Shinagawa Station
Information Center (Central Ticket Gate)
9:00-19:00
Shinagawa Station
JR Tokai Ticket Office
9:00-19:00
Lunch - Shinsekai*
Lunch - Shinsekai*
July 14, 2023 Osaka Food Suggestions*
Osaka Food Suggestions*
July 14, 2023
Aizuya (Origin of Takoyaki) - B1F, Namba Chikatetsu Nannan Town, 5-4-1, Namba, Chuo-ku - https://www.aiduya.com/
Takoyaki Juhachiban - 1F, Nakaza Kuidaore Bldg., 1-7-21, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku - https://d-sons18.co.jp/
Kougaryu - https://kougaryu.jp/shop/
https://tabelog.com/osaka/A2701/A270202/27001278/
https://tabelog.com/osaka/A2701/A270202/27001246/ Kyoto Food Suggestions*
Kyoto Food Suggestions*
July 18, 2023
- Great Restaurants
- Traditional Tea Houses
- Restaurants on the east side have outdoor decks overlooking the Kamogawa River Last day JR Pass
Last day JR Pass
July 19, 2023 Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
July 20, 2023
Classy and Healthy Izakaya Pub in Ishigaki Dinner with Rie*
Dinner with Rie*
July 20, 2023 Beach Day - Ishigaki*
Beach Day - Ishigaki*
July 21, 2023 Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
July 21, 2023
Classy and Healthy Izakaya Pub in Ishigaki Feast at AirBNB w/ Rie!*
Feast at AirBNB w/ Rie!*
July 21, 2023 Ferry to Iriomote*
Ferry to Iriomote*
July 22, 2023
Ferry to Ishigaki*
Ferry to Ishigaki*
July 24, 2023
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
July 24, 2023
Classy and Healthy Izakaya Pub in Ishigaki Dinner with Rie at Hitoshi Ishiganto Restaurant - 8:15pm*
Dinner with Rie at Hitoshi Ishiganto Restaurant - 8:15pm*
July 24, 2023 Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
Lunch/Dinner Suggestions - Ishigaki*
July 25, 2023
Classy and Healthy Izakaya Pub in Ishigaki Beach Day/Night - Yuigahama*
Beach Day/Night - Yuigahama*
July 29, 2023 
Brunch w/ Mihoko (Kyoko's Sister) at Garden House Kamakura - 11:30am*
Brunch w/ Mihoko (Kyoko's Sister) at Garden House Kamakura - 11:30am*
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Ishigaki Ferry Terminal
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Uehara Ferry Terminal - Densa Terminal - デンサターミナル
Hitoshi Ishiganto
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Yuigahama Beach
Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa 248-0014
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