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Japan 1-day Itinerary Idea-- KANSAI-- (Himeji Castle, Kobe Beef, Kobe Animal Kingdom).

7/13/2017

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[Note] For this trip, our "base" was in Osaka (Namba)
so if you are staying closer (in Kobe), that's even better. 
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9AM- Noon  |    HIMEJI CASTLE


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Crazy about Kit Kats in Japan

6/7/2017

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A few disclaimers before I start this post:
1.  This post is not sponsored or affiliated with Nestle or Kit Kats. 
2.  I really enjoy Kit Kats.  :) 
3.  Photos complied by me (with exception for the ones from Nestle                which they own), but original copyrights belong to Nestle. 
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Many varieties of unique Kit Kat Flavors available in Japan.

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Photo Re-cap:  Royal Cosmetics Japan 30th Anniversary Fireworks Show (June 6, 2017) Oahu, Hawaii.

6/5/2017

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Today's post is neither about food or travel but on fireworks.
Royal Cosmetics Fireworks (June 2017). hiohio.net

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Day Trip to Turtle Bay Resort (Oahu, Hawaii)

5/28/2017

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Turtle Bay Resort North Shore Honolulu (Hotel Entrance). Waterfront views.
Stunning water views!

​Turtle Bay Resort has a special place in our hearts. 
As locals, we love it for stay-cations and have memories from childhood.

It's a wonderful getaway from the main part of the city where you can actually slow down and relax
while looking out at their spectacular views. 



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Family style dinner at Kirin Chinese Restaurant (Oahu, Hawaii).

5/24/2017

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Kirin Chinese Restaurant Oahu (Hawaii). Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp Dinner.
Fried Shrimp with Honey Glazed Walnuts- $17.95 (2 orders shown).
We enjoy going to Kirin Chinese Restaurant for Dim Sum (see my review),
​but our visit this time was for a birthday dinner.
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Mother's Day Brunch Buffet: Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 (Oahu, Hawaii).

5/15/2017

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Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 Honolulu (Mother's Day Brunch 2017), Ahi Poke, Granola and Fruits.
Fresh Ahi Poke (Shoyu & Spicy Tuna) & Granola and Fruits.
Sunday Brunch is one of my favorite things.
Nothing beats brunch with your favorite people and a Mimosa or two. 

We visited 
Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 for the 3rd time in 3 months
(for me anyway; a handful of times for my other half).
That's how much we enjoy this restaurant.

This visit, we tried out their
 Mother's Day Brunch ​to see their interpretation of brunch in paradise. 

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Banquet Dinner at Legend's Seafood Restaurant (Oahu, HI).

5/5/2017

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Ah, Chinese food-- something so dear to my heart. 
Legends Seafood Restaurant Honolulu Hawaii (Chinatown); Seafood Set Dinner Collage, hiohio.net

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Waikiki Yokocho (Food Alley) Take 2-- Umami Kingyo Teppan Takoyaki & Okonomiyaki-- (Oahu, Hawaii).

5/3/2017

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5 PIECE TAKOYAKI-- $5.00
Umami Kingyo Teppan (Waikiki Yokocho Gourmet Food Alley), Oahu.  Authentic Takoyaki just like in Japan!
Osaka-style Takoyaki also comes in orders of 8 & 10 pieces ($7.50 & $9).

​We originally ventured out to Waikiki for the Spam Jam,
but it was so packed we decided to escape the crowds by going to
 Waikiki Yokocho
 for a sit down meal instead.  
 (See our first visit for more visiting and parking information).

Umami Kingyo Teppan is located in the Waikiki Gourmet Food Alley;
 immediately to the right of the main entrance on Royal Hawaiian Avenue. 


The sight of Takoyaki got our attention right away.  
​Brought to our table freshly made (and steaming hot, please be careful)-- just like in streets of Osaka! 
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Harbor Pier 38 Restaurant- Revisit (Oahu, Hawaii)

4/23/2017

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Did someone say
​Coffee Creme Brulee?
Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 Honolulu Hawaii (Dessert, Kona Coffee Creme Brulee).
Desert of the day-- Kona Coffee Creme Brulee-- $10. It was luscious and creamy. Other types of Creme Brulee are offered regularly.

We had lunch at Harbor Restaurant at Pier 38 once again and I just wanted to share a few new pictures. 
By now, I've lost track of the times my Fiance's been here...without me.

But I would have to say this is one of our newest favorite restaurant on the island. 
Their food and service is always great!  



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Halekulani Waikiki Afternoon Tea (Re-visit).

4/17/2017

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Best Afternoon Tea in Oahu Hawaii (Waikiki), Halekulani Hotel, April 2017.
It feels like it's been a while since I've been to an actual Afternoon Tea.

 For this post, I re-visited Orchid's at Halekulani.

Here are some photos and quick notes. 

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