I came to the Marunouchi Building specifically to look for some unique, less mainstream souvenirs. There are many distinctive shops on the B1 floor, and I especially recommend the tea from PRIMATE and the rice crackers from OKOSHIYA TOKYO, which has a 60-year history. OKOSHIYA's rice crackers are a little like Taiwanese puffed rice snacks, but they come in a wider variety of flavors and taste refreshingly different. My personal favorite is the black pepper flavor. They're also beautifully packaged for gifts〜
The Marunouchi Building | Review by Linda Liao
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Motsunabe Tashu Fukuoka Daimyo Main Store
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What impressed me most was the rich broth and the springy texture of the beef offal. At first, I thought the flavor was a bit strong, but when I ate it with the bean sprouts and chives, it actually became very easy to enjoy. The beef offal soaked up the broth and became very flavorful, tasting better with every bite. At the end, I added noodles to the broth, and they soaked up all the flavor too, adding another way to enjoy the hot pot.
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Fukuoka Airport
Fukuoka Airport is located in Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, and is known for its exceptional access to the city center-just about 5 minutes by subway to Hakata Station and around 11 minutes to Tenjin. Its convenience makes it a major gateway for both tourism and business travel.
Fukuoka Airport is one of the few airports in Japan located so close to the city center. By subway, you can reach Hakata Station in under 10 minutes, which is very convenient for travelers and significantly reduces travel time to and from the airport. The airport's overall layout is easy to navigate, and the renovated facilities are newer and more comfortable. What makes it special is that the design doesn't just aim for a modern look—it also incorporates Fukuoka's local traditional culture and motifs, so travelers can immediately get a strong sense of the area's character when they arrive.
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