A Happy Pancake on Senaga Island is a popular spot you shouldn't miss in Okinawa! Unfortunately, online reservations are no longer available as of this year, so you have to sign up in person.
The signature thick pancakes are fluffy and soft, melting in your mouth with a rich egg-and-milk aroma and flavorful syrup. Every bite is full of happiness. The most eye-catching feature is the outdoor seating overlooking the ocean. You can enjoy delicious pancakes and the cool sea breeze while watching planes take off and land at low altitude from Naha Airport against the beautiful blue ocean—a treat for both the eyes and the taste buds!
Afterward, you can browse the various shops in an area known as Okinawa's Little Greece. When you get tired, there's a free footbath next to the visitor center.
A Happy Pancake Umikaji Terrace Okinawa | Review by 一個漸漸喜歡上慢旅的人
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Kayanoya COREDO Muromachi Nihonbashi Store
A former soy-sauce storehouse turned specialty ingredients shop. Kayanoya has spent 120 years helping more people enjoy “Washoku”, the world-recognized intangible cultural heritage of Japanese cuisine, with easy to use ingredients.
As someone who loves to cook, I used to have to buy Kayanoya products through a Japanese proxy shopping service. When I first saw their simple, additive-free ingredients, they made a very good impression on me. Now, whenever I travel to Japan, no matter which city I visit, I always make a point of looking for special local flavors. On this trip to Nagoya, I was lucky enough to find a limited-edition product, and I was very happy to get a taste of the local flavors.
Besides their classic all-purpose dashi packets, I also recommend their chawanmushi soup stock packets. With just a few simple steps, you can make smooth, delicious Japanese chawanmushi, so they're really useful in the kitchen. I really like these kinds of natural, worry-free seasonings, and I feel especially reassured using them when I cook. If you enjoy cooking for yourself, this high-quality and delicious kitchen helper definitely deserves a spot on your must-buy list.
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Kappa Ebisen
A famous shrimp snack known for its commercial jingle, "I can't stop, I won't stop, Kappa Ebisen♪".It is toasted instead of fried in oil, giving it a crispy, fragrant texture.The wheat dough is kneaded with whole natural shrimp, shell and all, making it not only delicious but also a source of calcium.A long-seller since its birth in 1964.
My first encounter with Calbee Kappa Ebisen was actually while feeding seagulls at Amanohashidate. Later, I couldn’t resist buying a bag at the supermarket to try for myself, and I found the flavor really appealing.
Although they look a little like the shrimp crackers commonly found in Taiwan, they actually have a lighter flavor and aren’t too salty at all, allowing you to taste the pure shrimp flavor even more. During this trip to Okinawa, I was also pleasantly surprised to find a special locally exclusive flavor.
I like the individually wrapped small bags, which are extremely convenient to carry around. Whenever I got hungry during the trip, I could simply pull a bag out of my backpack and immediately satisfy my craving. If you’re craving a small savory snack, I highly recommend keeping a few bags in your backpack. They’re definitely a great companion for satisfying cravings while traveling.
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Pocky Chocolate
Pocky was created in 1966 as the world’s first rod-shaped chocolate sweet. It is a rod-shaped pretzel snack covered in a chocolate coating, and it has a very pleasant texture. The combination of that delicious flavor with a way to keep your hands clean after snacking made them into a huge hit.
When it comes to classic chocolate cookies, Pocky is also on my list. Whenever I travel to Japan, I make sure to stop by Don Quijote to hunt for uncommon large packages or regional flavors.
For example, I once bought a large package of rich matcha Pocky in Kyoto, and I also picked up the sweet Amaou strawberry flavor in Kyushu. Whenever I come across these special seasonal or local limited editions, I can’t resist bringing a few boxes home. They’re satisfying to enjoy myself and are also very popular as souvenirs for friends. The fun of discovering delicious limited-edition flavors in different places is one of the little things I look forward to most whenever I travel to Japan.
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