A morning I’d wanted to try in Nagoya: Ito Coffee Café Room 1951. The adorable bread presentation caught my eye. Enjoyed a delicious breakfast with my in-laws and husband at this stylish, long-established café founded in 1951.
My favorite basket bags. I found one at a shop we stopped by during a drive last year. It gets compliments everywhere. I love the unique weave. I got a new one this year too—thank you. I’ll cherish them.
.. summer vacation
In Saga
I finally visited Arita Porcelain Park—Kujukushima, Tozan Shrine, the streets of Okawachiyama, Nabeshima Domain Kiln Bridge, and Karatsu. My first time in Saga—every place was beautiful.
A drive in Aichi—my first trip to Nagoya this year, after six months! We headed to Tokoname for beautiful Tokoname ware. The pottery trail was lovely, and Maruha Shokudo’s huge fried shrimp and fresh seafood were amazing.
Teishoku Hanare��s bento is always filling and delicious. Their weekly specials and regular menu never disappoint. This time, I had the weekly fried chicken with grated daikon ponzu.
Day 1, second half: Takamiyama Observatory, Iwako Island Itsukushima Shrine, and Tomonoura. Every view was stunning—the summer blue sky and sea made every shot picture-perfect. I recharged with so much positive energy! Mukojima, Iwakoshima,