Japan

2026/9/19

Manchinro Yokohama Chinatown Review: Cantonese Dinner & Peking Duck

We took a short one-night trip to Yokohama. Although Yokohama is easy to reach from Tokyo, staying overnight made the trip feel like a refreshing little getaway. This time, we had dinner at Manchinro Honten, a long-established Cantonese restaurant in Yokohama Chinatown. In this article, we share the full course we enjoyed during our visit in 2023, along with updated restaurant information. Please note: The dishes and prices shown in this article are based on our 2023 visit. Current course menus and prices have changed, so check the official website for the latest information before visiting. Dining at Manchinro in Yokohama Chinatown Unfortunately, it was raining heavily on the day we visited. The weather felt almost like a typhoon, so Yokohama Chinatown was much quieter than usual. We had seen many positive reviews of Manchinro, so we made a reservation in advance. Manchinro was founded in 1892 and is one of the long-established restaurants in Yokohama Chinatown. Today, it continues to serve Cantonese cuisine and emphasizes the natural flavors of its ingredients. During our visit in 2023, several course options were available. We chose the ¥8,000 course. The current menu and pricing are different, so the meal below should be viewed as a record of our 2023 experience. Our ¥8,000 Course Dinner in 2023 Everything we tried was delicious. For us, the portion size was just right, and we were able to enjoy the meal comfortably until the end. Travelers with a larger appetite may want to add an à la carte dish depending on ...

Japan Okinawa

2026/9/15

Kouri Island & Churaumi Aquarium Bus Tour Review Without a Car

This article continues our review of the Okinawa sightseeing bus tour visiting Manzamo and Nago Pineapple Park. Some of the stops and sightseeing times have changed since the time of our original trip. As of 2026, the main itinerary is: ① Manzamo: about 25 minutes ② Nago Pineapple Park: about 50 minutes ③ Okashigoten Nago: about 30 minutes ④ Kouri Island: about 30 minutes ⑤ Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium: about 150 minutes ※The order of stops and sightseeing times may change. In this article, we focus on our firsthand experience at Kouri Island, Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, and Okashigoten. Even without renting a car, we were able to visit several of northern Okinawa’s most popular attractions in one day. The View from Kouri Bridge Is Amazing from a Tour Bus Look at this～～! The sea was such a beautiful emerald green. The view from the bus crossing Kouri Bridge was absolutely beautiful. We had visited Kouri Island by rental car before, but a sightseeing bus sits higher than a regular passenger car. That means you can enjoy a wider view of the ocean from a slightly higher position. And because you are not the one driving, you can simply enjoy the scenery and take photos along the way. Why We Recommend Kouri Island for Travelers Over 60 It was quite windy that day, and the forecast had been cloudy with rain, so we were a little worried about the weather. Luckily, the sun came out when we reached Kouri Island. The sea looked incredible. If you want ...

Japan Okinawa

2026/9/15

Okinawa Bus Tour Review: Churaumi Aquarium, Kouri Island & More Without a Car

On a previous trip to Okinawa, we rented a car. This time, however, neither my daughter nor I felt very confident about driving, so we decided to join a sightseeing bus tour. We booked a VELTRA day tour visiting Churaumi Aquarium and other popular attractions in northern Okinawa. The tour visits Manzamo, Nago Pineapple Park, Okashigoten, Kouri Island, and Churaumi Aquarium all in one day. In the end, we were very glad we chose the bus tour. Without having to drive, we were able to visit several popular sights in northern Okinawa efficiently. The current main itinerary is: ① Manzamo: about 25 minutes ② Nago Pineapple Park: about 50 minutes ③ Okashigoten Nago: about 30 minutes ④ Kouri Island: about 30 minutes ⑤ Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium: about 150 minutes ※The order of stops, sightseeing times, and prices may change. For Churaumi Aquarium, you can currently choose between a tour with an aquarium admission ticket and a tour without one. The tour also currently offers multilingual audio guidance in English, Chinese, and Korean. For travelers who do not want to rent a car, or for those traveling in their 60s and beyond, we found this to be a very convenient way to explore Okinawa. ▶Check the latest prices and availability for this Okinawa bus tour on VELTRA A Convenient Way to Explore Northern Okinawa Without a Rental Car The biggest advantage of this bus tour was being able to visit several popular attractions without having to drive. Sightseeing spots in Okinawa can be quite far apart, ...

Japan Okinawa

2026/9/18

Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort Review: Rooms, Beach & Facilities

During our 2-night, 3-day trip to Okinawa, we stayed at Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort. To get from Naha Airport to the hotel,we used the Okinawa Airport Shuttle. It still stops near Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort today, at the bus stop called “Sunmarina Beach Mae.” From the bus stop, it is only about a 1-minute walk to the hotel, so it is convenient even if you are not renting a car in Okinawa. The Okinawa Airport Shuttle is a bus service that runs from Naha Airport through Onna Village toward northern Okinawa. You can reserve online in advance, and if seats are available, you may also be able to board on the day. Depending on your flight arrival time, it may also be worth comparing the Okinawa Airport Shuttle with other options such as the Airport Limousine Bus. ※Fares and timetables may change, so please check the official website for the latest information. Staying at Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort｜A Lobby Filled with Fish Here is Sheraton Okinawa Sunmarina Resort. This beachfront resort in Onna Village, Okinawa, has beautiful white sand and Sunmarina Beach right in front of the hotel. This is the lobby♪ It felt bright, open, and had the atmosphere of an overseas resort hotel. And there are lots of fish swimming in the lobby! We could also see rays and starfish.Each time we passed through the lobby, the sound of the water felt soothing. Guest Room Review｜Comfortable Beds That Were Great for Travelers Over 60 We stayed in a room on the 8th floor ...

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