Kokyo Gaien National Garden is a rare large green space in central Tokyo. Its expansive lawns, neatly arranged pine trees, and views of the moat complement one another, creating an especially relaxing atmosphere. While strolling through the grounds, you can admire the famous Nijubashi Bridge and experience the dignified yet peaceful atmosphere surrounding the Imperial Palace.
Kokyo Gaien National Garden | Review by BobbyJenny
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bills Odaiba
This is the third Japanese branch of 'bills', an all-day dining restaurant originating from Sydney, Australia. Particularly noted for their exquisite egg dishes, customers flock here from early morning for breakfast items like 'Scrambled Eggs & Toast' and 'Ricotta Pancakes'. Open from 9am on weekdays and 8am on weekends, it's perfect for a meal before sightseeing.
While shopping in Odaiba, I made a special trip to the very popular bills Odaiba. I was most excited to try their signature pancakes! When they arrived, they looked very fluffy and were served with fresh bananas. Just looking at them made me hungry.
The pancakes were soft and fluffy, and the bananas had a natural sweetness. Eating them together with the butter gave them a smooth, sweet flavor, while the bananas made the overall taste even richer.
The restaurant also has large windows that let in plenty of natural light. You can enjoy views of the Odaiba area while eating the pancakes, and the atmosphere is quite relaxing. It's a comfortable place to sit down and take a break when you're tired from shopping.
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Okoicha Langue de Chat "CHA no KA"
A signature product of the pastry shop "Malebranche," founded in 1982 and based in Kitayama, Kyoto. This Kyoto sweet has become a beloved classic.
Kyoto’s famous rich matcha langue de chat, “CHA no KA,” is something matcha lovers will really enjoy! As soon as you open the package, you can smell a light matcha aroma. The cookies are crisp, with matcha chocolate sandwiched in the middle, giving them a very rich matcha flavor overall.
What I like most is that they’re not just sweet. The matcha has a slightly bitter tea flavor, making them rich and layered. They’re delicious!
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Momijido Main Store
Located on Omotesando shopping street, which connects the Miyajima pier to the World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine, this established Japanese confectionery shop has been a prominent store selling specialties like momiji manju, representative of not only Miyajima but also Hiroshima, for over 100 years since its establishment in Meiji 45 (1912).
When strolling around Miyajima, Momijido Main Store is really hard to miss. Its most famous item is Miyajima’s iconic “Agemomiji,” which is a regular momiji manju deep-fried until the outside becomes crisp. It’s warm in your hand and perfect for eating while you walk!
When you bite into it, the outside is lightly crisp, while the red bean filling inside is still soft, fragrant, and sweet. Eating it warm is a completely different experience from a regular momiji manju.
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