These days, the tropical nights and extreme heat have been tough. Yesterday happened to be Jungbok, the middle of the hottest summer period. On days like this, a lot of people head out to indoor shopping complexes to stay comfortable. So today, I wanted to share my visit to 장독대김치찜김치찌개 (a Korean restaurant specializing in…
Today I stopped by 메이드인시카고피자 덕수궁점 (Chicago-style pizza restaurant near Deoksugung), right across from City Hall Station. I got to dig into a hearty deep-dish pizza while looking out over the Deoksugung Stonewall Walk. The generous amount of cheese stood out right away, and the clear view outside made the meal enjoyable for both the…
After spending time at nothing but ultra-modern cafes, there are days when an old-school retro vibe suddenly sounds appealing, aren’t there? Today, I stopped by 피롤츠 커피하우스 시청점 (retro-style coffeehouse near City Hall Station). With its classic old coffeehouse-inspired interior, sweet desserts, and great coffee, it turned out to be a charming spot. Here’s my…
With the weather constantly changing lately, a lot of people have been feeling unusually tired, right? I’d been feeling like my energy drained quickly these days too, so I was really craving a hearty meal. That’s why I stopped by 우나기와 (a specialty eel rice bowl restaurant), a well-known eel rice bowl spot in Yeoksam,…
After wrapping up a business trip in Fukuoka, I extended my stay by one day and booked a night at Nine Hours Hakata Station, a capsule hotel near Hakata Station. I’d heard that Japan’s capsule hotels were much better developed than those in other countries, but Nine Hours Hakata really made me say, “Wow.” If…
When I was choosing a place for an important meeting, there were always plenty of details to think about. Not long ago, my girlfriend met my parents for the first time, so I spent quite a bit of time looking for a suitable restaurant. Since it was a meal with my parents and a first…
For a Friday evening date, we headed to a jazz club for the first time in a while. Since it had only been open for a month, I walked in expecting nothing more than a stylish new bar with a nice atmosphere. But while watching the live performance, I found out something surprising. Do you…
What delicious food did you and your partner enjoy this weekend or after work? When I wanted to celebrate a special occasion or chat somewhere quiet and cozy, an Italian restaurant that delivered both great food and atmosphere always felt like the perfect choice. I recently visited 닥터로빈 (Italian restaurant Dr. Robin) on the 5th…
Do you have an important new meeting coming up? If I had to pick one of the most nerve-racking yet exciting days in life, it’d be the moment of meeting your partner’s parents for the first time. Many future brides and grooms probably spent sleepless nights wondering, “What gift should I bring?” and “How can…
When I pick a hotel overseas, I really only have one criterion: distance from the station. If it’s more than a 5-minute walk, it’s out. I can’t stand dragging a suitcase around while trying to find my way when I’m already tired. That’s why I chose ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Fukuoka, which is an IHG…