Sushi Blog

Ramen restaurants are everywhere in Japan. The competition among these restaurants are fierce in attracting more customers than the one a block down the street to serve the most popular comfort food in Japan. The tree prominent types of ramen are shoyu, miso, and tonkotsu. If you see a line of people in front of the restaurant, it will definitely be a hit.

The video serves as a practical guide for first time visitors to Japan.  First, the host explains where to and where not to go to exchange currencies.  There are many outlets to exchange international currenies to Japanese yen, but they all have different exchange rates and service fees and some charge high service fees.  As a seasoned visitor, the host provides tips on how to get the most yen with the least service fees out of your money.

The video host explains why some of Tokyo's most well known tourist spots are overrated.  Those typical tourist destinations that have been around for decades are becoming old fasion and losing their charm to more recent establishments that adapt to current culture. The host takes us on a tour to some of the hidden streets and corners that are less crowded.

If you want to experience a taste of what is like in a Japanese prison, Abashiri prison museum in Hokkaido, Japan is the place to go. This old prison currently used as a museum shows a day in the life of Japanese prisoners. Bangaichi Shokudo serves prison meals and there are even option A and B in the menu to choose from.

When it comes to food, the Japanese thought of everything or almost everything.  Matt and Kevin discovered a wacky restaurant they never expected they would encounter - a can food restaurant.  Seriously, take your date to this joint and see what happens. The video hosts sit at the table and only the cans are put in front of you.  No plates or bowls.