Osaka Aquarium

Osaka After disembarking from the Sunflower Ferry, we hop on the train to head to our Osaka hotel. The Lively Osaka will be our home for the next few days and has a modern vibe to it. Because we're arriving early, we don't get to check in right away but do drop off our luggage. Soon after we head out to the Osaka Aquarium.   One of the things I unforgivably forgot to pack on this trip were my...

Beppu

Breakfast After a very restful night, Salmonella, Touchpad & Chef's family and I recongregate in our Ryokan's dining area for breakfast. One of the great things about staying at a ryokan like this are the set meal plans. It's an amazing way to try some pretty tasty dishes. Sharing a meal with friends to start the day is very welcome While we eat,  we go over our plan for the day. After...

Heading to Beppu via Yufuin

After yesterday's late night, I have a bit of a lazy morning, my plans sadly change a little due to the rainy weather. I head out in the late morning to a tonkatsu shop called Tonkatsu Wakaba for lunch. What's interesting about this tonkatsu is that it a paler shade of white than most normal tonkatsu. This is unique due to the low temperature cooking process. It results in a very tender and tasty...