Piyorin cakes are so popular in Nagoya that there are multiple deliveries a day and a queue to buy them once they do appear. Here’s what the fuss is about and how to get in on the act.
Where to Find Tokyo’s Cute Onigiri Shrine
You might have seen it on social media – a shrine in Tokyo where people leave offerings shaped like the famous rice ball snack. But where is it – and, more importantly, why is it there?
Yamato Koriyama, the Cute Goldfish Themed Town Near Nara
Yamato Koriyama is an easy 20-minute train ride from Nara. The town is famous for cultivating goldfish – and they’re leaning into their reputation with all sorts of goldfish-themed sights to spot around the town. Here’s what to keep an eye out for… The Station I started my walk around Yamato Koriyama from the JR …
9 Unusual Temples and Shrines in Bangkok
Sometimes when you’re travelling around South East Asia, you can come down with a dose of temple fatigue – but that certainly won’t happen when visiting these quirky temples in and around Bangkok! There are elephants, dragons, crocodiles – and even characters from Harry Potter!
28 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Bangkok
There’s a LOT to do in Bangkok. The city is enormous and even just visiting the big sights like the Wat Pho, the Grand Palace and Khao San Road will take the best part of a one week trip to the city, but, while you’re scoping out those sights, or, if it’s your second or …
Check Out The World’s Largest Rice Scoop in Miyajima Japan
What do you mean you’re only going to Japan’s Miyajima Island to see the floating torii gate – there’s another quirky hidden gem to be found if you know where to look! The giant rice scoop!
Gundam & Godzilla at Kanazawa’s Quirkiest Temple
If you’re researching a trip to Kanazawa, you might think the title of Kanazawa’s most quirkiest temple, belongs to Myouryuji – aka the Ninja Temple – which is full of secret rooms, hidden passageways and traps designed to catch enemies attacking anyone inside, but no… while Myouryuji is a must- see, in my opinion, Kanazawa’s …
Where to Find The Bee Murals of Letterkenny
Wander around the town of Letterkenny in Donegal, Ireland, for a while, and you’ll soon spot a painting of a bee. You might even find five. Here’s what’s going on – and where to see all of the Letterkenny bee-themed murals.
Where to Find Osaka’s Crab Ice Cream
It’s one of the most unusual things to eat in Osaka – but what does it actually taste like, and where can you find it? All your questions about Osaka’s viral crab ice cream answered.
How to Visit Nagaro, Japan’s Famous Scarecrow Village
Located high in the hills of Japan’s Iya Valley, Scarecrow Village, officially known as Nagaro, is a moving, eerie, and must-see destination for anyone interested in the unusual and fun sights of Japan – but how exactly do you get there? Here’s how we did it on our recent trip