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Japan has all kinds of unique and amazing foods in all kinds of types and sizes, from small snacks up to full sized meals and such. While I was in Japan I had the chance to try a few different Japanese products including western food with a Japanese spin on it. Here are my recommendations. Savoury Food Kobe beef and side dishes makes for a delicious and filling meal. GoGo Curry: An amazing curry at a great price ($7-$10 depending on size) that will have you coming back for more. I visited this place often when there as the curry there is so delicious. Yoshinoya / Nakau: Beef bowls, Japanese curry, various noodles and soups, karaage (fried chicken) and many more delicious menu items can be purchased at these, all at a modest price. Takoyaki: Fried Octopus and batter rolled up into a ball to make one popular delicious snack. If you are visiting Osaka, consider a visiti to Dotonbori, as Osaka is where Takoyaki was invented and Dotonbori is a great place to enjoy som...

As much as Japan has thrust into the future and strives to be one of the most competitive countries, when it comes to science and technological advancements, it is still by and far a country that still carries its culture and traditions into the 21st century. Festivals and parades are still carried out in Japan, with hundreds of people from all over the world coming to see them. Japanese festivals, known as a Matsuri, are still prevalent in modern day Japan. I myself was able to have a look at both the Kanda Myojin Matsuri and Asakusa Sanja Matsuri.  Kanja Myojin Matsuri is a two day festival always held on a Saturday and Sunday, with constant parades being held throughout the festival. Asakusa Sanja Matsuri starts on a Friday with an initial parade and two shrine dances, intended for prosperity and a great harvest, with further parades on the following Saturday and Sunday. It just wouldn't be a Japanese festival without dozens of food and souvenir stalls...

Capcom and Sega are both very popular video game companies in Japan with both having multiple video games franchises that sell millions while also having a ton of merchandise, pop culture and special events that are even more popular. Recently I had the chance to attend both Joypolis (Sega theme park on the man-made island of Odaiba) and the Capcom Bar (based in Shinjuku). Unfortunately the Capcom Cafe was a little far out for me to attend (over an hour return trip to get to). Capcom Bar A staff member brought out two PW figurines and even put on the original GBA music for the series to. This is honestly one of the best gaming themed cafe/bars I went to in Japan. The staff were very friendly and knew enough english to discuss a bit of Phoenix Wright with me. They have a ton of Capcom merchandise and rare items around (some for sale, some purely for display) while the venue itself has music playing from various Capcom games, and even consoles setup with games you can play....

A short distance from the hotel I was staying at in Tokyo, is the massive Tokyo Skytree Tower. Nestled within the area is a surprisingly big area full of shops, cafes and all kinds of stores. There was also a 20th Anniversary Parappa the Rapper cafe and merch store being run as well. I was able to check out both to enjoy a nice lunch and pick up some cool merchandise too.   Nicely presented Parappa themed menu items which taste as good as they looked. Parappa Sandwich: While you may think it's just a simple sandwich it actually was amazing. The chicken was done very well and the vegetables with it amounted to one of the best sandwiches I ever had. Sunny Funny Egg Muffin: Nicely cooked egg with a great amount of yolk with some extra toppings including ham slices cut into flower petals and a side of fries to  PJ Peanut Butter and Chocolate: A nice sundae style dessert with a good mixture of peanut and chocolate with a cornflake base at the bottom of the cup. ...

Despite a bit of language difficulty with trying to get tickets, I was still able to get tickets so I could attend both the Eorzea Cafe and the Square Enix / Nier cafe, as well as the Square Enix Bar. All the places are easy to get to and all of them were a highly enjoyable experience that I will definitely visit again next time! Final Fantasy XIV Eorzea Cafe Every menu item at Eorzea is themed on towns and events in game and taste as good as they look! Hamburger: The sauce and the hamburger blended together to make a highly delicious meal with the sides being a very nice addition. Summoner Drink: Sweet without being overpowering but overall an excellent fruity taste. I will order the alcoholic version next visit. Square Enix Bar Square Enix Artnia offers a more classier style setup with a very professional and classy setup. Potion: A sweet blend reminiscent of honey and well presented. Wasn't to my tastes but it's something that would go down well wi...

While in Japan I had the chance to visit two of the five Persona 5 cafes as well as the limited time merchandise store as well.  I was able to make two visits to the Osaka cafe branch and one visit to the Ikebukuro cafe branch.  The merch store is located in Ikebukuro and was only 5 minute walk directly west from the cafe. Persona 5 Cafe All items are presented neatly, while some specific menu items have an object that directly references the game. Here are some items I personally enjoyed from the cafes. Food Leblanc Curry: Just the right amount of spiciness, with a nice amount of meat and not an over the top amount of curry sauce. Blended together to make a nice fusion of ingredients with some small cut wedges on top to add an extra nice touch. Velvet Twincake: One slice was in the style of a vanilla/lemon meringue while the other was a chocolate cake with a crunchy but fruity base. Great way to finish off the meal. Velvet room creampuffs and j...

While in Japan I will be attending some Video Game related cafes and bars. I have the capability to stream to my Twitch while I am attending these. I have double checked with others who attend similar events and I should be able to do so. Chances are I will have to wait to get a spot so I will enable the stream or update as soon as possible around the times, so get in early and I will keep everyone informed. Updates will be posted in both the stream chat and via Facebook and Twitter . In the worst case scenario and I can’t stream a particular event, I will be posting updates in the twitch and start the stream asap . Eventually I will post videos and summaries here and to my Youtube . I will also review the items I have ordered to. The following days and times might be subject to change but I will update ASAP as things develop. Times listed are Japanese Local Time. These times are essentially correct but do give or take half hour to adjust for getting seated and ready so please ...