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Home Again, Shrine Visit, and So-So Sushi 🏡

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 “Shrine Visit” Tatsuno, 2026

This morning we finally made it to our house, unpacked our suitcases, and got settled in. After that we walked over to the local shrine to pay our respects, then wandered the neighborhood for a bit. I love exploring the streets and shops around our place. Always fun! 🏠

By then our appetite was building, so we headed to Rikimaru for kaitenzushi. It was just okay, honestly a bit of a letdown. Mariko and Bay had gone a few months back and said it was much better that time. Oh well, at least the meal was cheap. It still amazes me how affordable some meals in Japan can be! 🍣

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 “Osanpo” Tatsuno, 2026
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 “Tempura Sushi” Taichi, 2026
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 “Seared Toro” Taichi, 2026
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 “Salad and Salmon” Taichi, 2026
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 “Clam Miso Soup” Taichi, 2026
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 “Rikimaru Sushi” Taichi, 2026

Back in Japan, First Bite of Okonomiyaki 🇯🇵

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 “Above Osaka” Japan, 2026

We finally landed at Narita, grabbed our luggage, and made it through customs before catching the bus for the hour ride over to Haneda. From there we hopped a connecting flight to Itami. Once we arrived we checked into the Osaka Airterminal Hotel, which is actually built right into the terminal. Such a cool setup!

I took a quick shower to wash off the travel grime, then we wandered around checking out the restaurant options before landing on Seijuro for okonomiyaki and beer. Honestly the perfect first meal in Japan. So good to be back! 🍻

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 “Osaka Airterminal Hotel” Osaka, 2026
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 “Refreshing Beer” Osaka, 2026
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 “Okonomiyaki” Osaka, 2026

Chanpuru and Harumaki

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 “Chanpuru” Cedar Park 2026

Dinner tonight was chanpuru and harumaki. We had some friends over, which made it a special meal. 🥢 Good food tastes even better with good company! Our friend also brews his own beer, and brought over some for us to enjoy. It was delicious.

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 “Harumaki” Cedar Park 2026

Ribs for Dinner

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 “Rib Dinner” Cedar Park, 2026

Even though today is National Burger Day, Mariko requested Sticky Asian Ribs instead. It’s a family favorite ever since we found it on Just One Cookbook. The recipe is really easy to make, and it’s delicious with rice. Mariko also made several veggie side dishes to really level up the whole meal. 🍖

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 “Baby Back Ribs” Cedar Park, 2026