I grew up watching Doraemon, so coming here really brought back a lot of feelings. Although it isn't a huge museum, the exhibits have a lot of character. Seeing the familiar characters and works brought all my childhood memories rushing back.
Takaoka City Fujiko F. Fujio Hometown Art Gallery | Review by Kuo
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Shibetsu Barbecue Honten
Located within the Tanukikoji 7-chome arcade in Sapporo, Shibetsu Barbecue Honten specializes in the gloriously rare Suffolk lamb, a premium, luxe delicacy with less than 1% of available in Japan. Unlike the typical Hokkaido-style jingisukan, this restaurant serves high-quality Suffolk lamb grilled over charcoal for an elevated dining experience.
This was my first time trying Suffolk lamb. I heard it accounts for less than 1% of the lamb available in Japan. The meat was much more tender than I expected, with a wonderful aroma from the charcoal grilling and no overly strong gamey smell. I was a little worried that the lamb flavor would be too strong, but it was surprisingly easy to eat. The meat was tender and had a nice charcoal-grilled aroma, so even people who don’t usually eat much lamb would probably find it pretty approachable.
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Osteria Villa Della Casa
A sister restaurant of “Osteria Della Casa,” a beloved Italian spot in Sapporo’s Hiragishi area for over 30 years. It’s on the 4th floor of Odori Bisse (Odori BISSE), a commercial complex near the intersection of Ekimae-dori and Odori Park. Now you can enjoy the charm of the neighborhood flagship-known for its homemade flavors and devoted regulars-right in central Sapporo.
The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and doesn't feel overly formal or stuffy. The dishes use plenty of seasonal Hokkaido ingredients, and you can taste their freshness and natural flavors. The food is simple but satisfying.
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Yokohama Chinatown
Yokohama Chinatown, one of Japan’s three major Chinatowns, is a district lined with countless Chinese restaurants. From affordable dishes you can enjoy as takeout or all-you-can-eat meals to authentic Chinese cuisine, there are options to suit your budget.
Mingfu's Peking duck is one of the main highlights here. The skin is roasted until nicely fragrant and crispy, and it really is good wrapped in a pancake with green onions and sauce. However, I thought the other dishes were hit or miss. Some were tasty, while others were just on par with typical Chinese food.
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