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This experience sharing was a little bias as I loved to eat Mackerel. It’s hint of fishiness was the reason why many turned their heads away. .
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The Shabu Shabu broth was light enough to carry the additional ingredients yet good for cooking the sliced Mackerel. I highly recommend to add the congee set at the end to “complete” the meal. .
SABAR 京都烏丸店
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🏠: Japan, 〒600-8446 Kyōto-fu, Kyōto-shi, Shimogyō-ku, Horinouchichō, 高辻通新町西入堀之内町２８７

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The aroma of the shop paused our steps and made us detour from our trip to Kobe. Their dessert wasn’t too sweet. The combination of milk, egg and flour created such comfort to the soul! Really worth a try and they have free WIFI!!! .
Second House Cake Works Higashinotoin
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🏠: Japan, 〒604-8147 Kyōto-fu, Kyōto-shi, Nakagyō-ku, Misayamachō, ２８３
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⏰: 1000H to 2200H.

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The olden way to takeaway sushi. It’s compressed shape made them easier to bring around. The bamboo leaf gave the hint of fragrant. Instead of the seaweed, the chef used kombu to bring out the sweetness of the Mackerel. Walk slowly if not, you will miss the stall. .
Sakai
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🏠: Japan, 〒604-8142 Kyōto-fu, Kyōto-shi, Nakagyō-ku, Nishiuoyachō, 中京区高倉通錦小路下ル西魚屋町592

Super long Q consisted of locals and travelers like us. Even the buffet started at 8, people came at 7. Every single dish was cooked with the locally grown veg. Simple taste and no English speaking. Just put in the coins and the lady would give you a seat. After days of meat, this meal of veg refreshed our system. 😂 I highly recommend to try their lunch at 850yen and Shabu Shabu for dinner at 1600Yen. .
Because of the lack of seats and popularity, you guys need to do a little research for its address.

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Famous for their sponge cake with fresh whipped cream and whole strawberry. Constant crowd and famous among the locals. Only 8 to 10 seats but many do takeaways. None of the dessert was too sweet and balanced by the fruits used. .
The only problem was their coffee (no too good) but their cakes were very delicious and costed less than 250 Yen. I highly recommended this place. 😁
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Motomachi cake Motomachi head office.
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🏠: Japan, 〒650-0022 Hyōgo-ken, Kōbe-shi, Chūō-ku, Motomachidōri, 5 Chome−5, 神戸市中央区元町通５丁目５−１

I recommend to try their coquette and gelato found along the street.

Missing the outer crispy layer. Tasted like savory custard and a little piece of octopus inside. Sweet and savory sauce, mayo and flakes. .
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Wanaka Namba

Japan, 〒542-0076 Ōsaka-fu, Ōsaka-shi, Chūō-ku, Nanba, 3 Chome−7−24,

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The moment we entered , we were greeted by a Japanese Grandma. Even thought we don’t know Japanese, there were pictures. They served from udon to don set. Average 800 yen for a set meal. The taste was above the norm. Hearty meal for working people. The best thing was that they open for 24hours. So you can come in anytime. Highly recommend. .
Furusato
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🏠: Japan, 〒543-0073 Ōsaka-fu, Ōsaka-shi, Tennōji-ku, Ikutamateramachi, 1−３２,

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Fluffy pancake, tasty burger and superior service. Everything was good. The food was above average and costed around 1000yen. The owner worked at Universal Studio for 10 years and ended up opening a Cafe near by. I recommend their burger, pancake and coffee. Good place to rest your leg and tasty food at the touristy area. .
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Kuma Kafe .
. 🏠: Japan, 〒552-0021 Ōsaka-fu, Ōsaka-shi, Minato-ku, Chikkō, 4 Chome−4−15

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Interesting place serving affordable lunch curry udon. The most expensive udon was only 1000yen. The veg and pork had braising in this curry broth for hours and all the flavors melted into one pot. Simple no fuse. But they only have 8 seats. From the locals, it is a good izakaya place at night which served hidden menu. Do give their beer a try. .
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Misono
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🏠: Japan, 〒651-1401 Hyōgo-ken, Kōbe-shi, Kita-ku, Arimachō, 869-4
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⏰: from 1130H till sold out and 1700H till late. Closed on Wed.

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Interesting place serving affordable lunch curry udon. The most expensive udon was only 1000yen. The veg and pork had braising in this curry broth for hours and all the flavors melted into one pot. Simple no fuse. But they only have 8 seats. From the locals, it is a good izakaya place at night which served hidden menu. Do give their beer a try. .
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Misono
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🏠: Japan, 〒651-1401 Hyōgo-ken, Kōbe-shi, Kita-ku, Arimachō, 869-4
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Fluffy pancake, tasty burger and superior service. Everything was good. The food was above average and costed around 1000yen. The owner worked at Universal Studio for 10 years and ended up opening a Cafe near by. I recommend their burger, pancake and coffee. Good place to rest your leg and tasty food at the touristy area. .
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Kuma Kafe .
. 🏠: Japan, 〒552-0021 Ōsaka-fu, Ōsaka-shi, Minato-ku, Chikkō, 4 Chome−4−15