🪆 ✦✦✦ Akasaka Mifuku ✦✦✦ @mifuku_fukuoka 1-4-11 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 092-707-1114 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Irregular holidays ⁡ 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐮 ◉ Shabu-shabu Mixed Platter - 4,980 yen ◉ Kita-Satsuma Takasaki Beef Yukhoe - 1,980 yen ◉ Kita-Satsuma Takasaki Beef Cutlet - 3,980 yen ◉ Kita-Satsuma Takasaki Beef Clay Pot Rice - from 2,980 yen ◉ Squid Shumai - 600 yen ◉ Sesame Mackerel - 880 yen⁡ ⁡ We visited the newly opened "Akasaka Mifuku" in Akasaka. It's a wonderful spot to enjoy Kita-Satsuma Takasaki Beef from Kagoshima Prefecture ✨ ⁡ For their signature shabu-shabu, the rich broth is made with freshly shaved bonito flakes prepared right after you order ◎ We had the mixed platter featuring both Takasaki Beef and Roppaku Kurobuta (premium Berkshire pork) ♡ It was served with plenty of fresh vegetables and homemade sesame ponzu sauce ♡ ⁡Then came the decadent clay pot rice topped with Takasaki Beef! Since there were two of us, we ordered 1.5 portions (go), but we couldn't finish it all, so they kindly made the leftovers into rice balls for a perfect late-night snack 🍙 ⁡ The rich, marbled beef cutlet was served with steak sauce, soy sauce, salt, and wasabi. The batter was perfectly crispy and absolutely delicious ✨ ⁡ They also offer a great selection of a la carte dishes, including yukhoe, squid shumai, and sesame mackerel ♡ ⁡ Thanks for the delicious meal ☺️ ⁡

✦✦✦ Kissa Yohaku ✦✦✦ Yakuin Building 202, 2-2-2 Yakuin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays The nearest station is Yakuin-odori Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Nanakuma Line, about a 1-minute walk away. ⁡ 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐮 ◉ Seasonal Shortcake 1,100 yen ◉ Yohaku's Swan Cream Puff 850 yen ◉ Black Tea "Kon" Anastasia 600 yen ⁡ I heard there's usually a line, but they started taking reservations so I was able to go without worrying💜 (Reservations via Instagram DM) I was really curious about the Swan Cream Puff and also wanted to try the Peach Shortcake🍑 ⁡ I asked, "Do people ever order two?", and they replied, "They sure do!", so I ordered both lol ⁡ The peach shortcake, served with a red wine peach sauce, is so fluffy! And the whipped cream was incredibly delicious♡ I love whipped cream so much (*'▽'*)♪ ⁡ The Swan Cream Puff has crispy white chocolate wings that are a great touch! The choux pastry, of course, and the custard were also absolutely delicious🦢 ⁡ There were 4 types of tea, and I chose a citrus one. It was very refreshing and tasty◎ ⁡ The shop itself is pure white, airy, and so cute♡ Thanks for the lovely meal⋆⸜🌷⸝⋆ ⁡

✦✦✦L’AS FUKUOKA✦✦✦ 2-7-12 Watanabe-dori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM Open only on Saturdays and Sundays: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM / 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM Irregular holidays 090-1798-1844 ⁡ Located approximately 3 minutes on foot from Watanabe-dori Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Nanakuma Line, and approximately 6 minutes on foot from Yakuin Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line. Approximately 10 minutes from JR Hakata Station via the Nanakuma Line. From Fukuoka Airport, take the Airport Line to Hakata Station, then transfer to the Nanakuma Line (approximately 20 minutes). Easily accessible from the Tenjin area (approximately 10-15 minutes on foot), making it a convenient stop during sightseeing or shopping. Meunu ◉Short Course: 4,700 yen └Add foie gras crispy sandwich for +1,200 yen └Non-alcoholic pairing (additional charge) ⁡ I was invited by a friend to the second branch of a French restaurant that opened last year on Watanabe-dori in Minami-Aoyama! ⁡ They also offer a short course for lunch on weekends and holidays. It's great that you can enjoy 7 dishes starting from 4,700 yen! ⁡ · Bite-sized homemade mozzarella cheese · Crispy foie gras sandwich · Tomato shaved ice with basil jelly · Nagasaki-produced grunt and arugula salad · Golden sea urchin risotto · Roasted lamb with sautéed water bamboo shoots · Dessert and baked goods chosen from the trolley · Seasonal fresh herbal tea ⁡ I've only eaten French food a few times, so I was really looking forward to seeing what kind of dishes I could enjoy✨ ⁡ It's a wonderful restaurant with an open kitchen where you can watch the cooking! ⁡ It's really great that you can enjoy drinks paired with each dish! I chose a non-alcoholic drink, but there were also options to enjoy wine and cocktails🥂 ⁡ Everything was delicious, from the cold shaved ice dishes to the fish salad and the sea urchin risotto without cheese♡ ⁡ The roasted lamb had very little gamey smell and was tender! Enjoy it with the turnip served on the side 🩷 ⁡ And the most exciting part was the colorful cakes on the cart! ⁡ Of course there were fruit cakes like peach, fig, mango, and melon, but also Dubai chocolate cake, tiramisu, tiramisu, and more—everything was so exciting just to look at! ⁡ After much deliberation, I chose the peach cake 🍑 My friend chose the raspberry cake 🎀 We could also choose baked goods, so we got canelés ♡ We enjoyed them with herbal tea ◎ ⁡ This is a restaurant I'd want to visit not only for special occasion lunches, but also for dinner ✨ ⁡ The menu seems to change every four weeks, so I'm looking forward to that too 🥰 ⁡ Thank you for the delicious meal 🙏 ⁡ #FukuokaFrench #FukuokaLunch #FukuokaDinner #FukuokaGourmet #FukuokaCafe

📍 Place: Skopje, North Macedonia. ✨ What it felt like: I felt this was a city made for mixing long walks with small stops. The budget version feels active and simple, while the more comfortable options add cafés, taxis, guided visits, and slower evenings. 👀 What stood out: Street food and bakeries keep the low-cost day simple, with walking and buses doing most of the work. A mid-range budget leaves more room for casual meals, a comfortable room, museums, and the occasional taxi. At the premium level, the focus shifts toward private transport, city-view stays, fine dining, and rooftop evenings. What stayed consistent for me was the pleasure of exploring the streets and stopping for photos. 💡 Exclusive tip: I would plan the central sights on foot and save transport for longer distances. Starting early also looks like a good trick for quieter photos before the main squares become busier. ❤️ Personal feeling: Skopje feels like a place where I would walk a lot with my family, pause by the river, and let the kids spot statues and architectural details along the way. #Skopje #NorthMacedonia #BudgetTravel #BalkanTravel #CityBreak #FamilyTravel #TripMoments #travel2026#travel#couplestrip#thingstodo#familytravel#citydaytours

#skopje #macedonia Skopje gives the impression of a city obsessed with monuments. There are so many of them at every turn that it becomes an attraction, simultaneously awe-inspiring and a cultural shock. This project, called "Skopje 2014," has transformed the city center into a gigantic open-air museum. In the center, on Macedonia Square, stands the "Warrior on Horseback." Everyone knows this is Alexander the Great, but due to disputes with Greece, the monument was officially given a different name. Surrounded by fountains with lions, it looks truly monumental. The banks of the Vardar River are simply littered with hundreds of statues, including ancient rulers and saints. Alongside these ancient heroes, you can stumble upon curious objects, such as a monument to electricians or strange art objects. The abundance and mixture of styles is truly dazzling. Sculptures are everywhere: in squares, on bridges, on rooftops, and even on building facades. It's so dense that the city itself is sometimes obscured by the monuments, and a walk becomes a struggle to spot yet another statue among others. Skopje is a unique, slightly absurd city, where monuments have become the protagonists of street theater. Is it worth visiting? Definitely, if you want to see something completely unusual and form your own opinion about this architectural experiment. You might not like it, but you'll definitely remember it.

Just a short drive from Skopje lies one of North Macedonia’s most spectacular destinations—Matka Canyon. Surrounded by towering cliffs, emerald-green waters, and ancient monasteries, this breathtaking canyon feels like a secret paradise hidden in the heart of the Balkans. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the peaceful atmosphere. The calm waters of the Treska River reflected the dramatic canyon walls, creating stunning scenery at every turn. Whether walking along the scenic trails, taking a boat ride through the canyon, or simply enjoying the views from the shoreline, every moment felt relaxing and unforgettable. 🚣 One of the highlights of visiting Matka Canyon is the boat trip to Vrelo Cave, one of Europe’s deepest underwater caves. Cruising through the narrow canyon surrounded by towering limestone cliffs offered some of the most beautiful views in North Macedonia. 📸 For nature lovers and photographers, Matka Canyon is a dream destination. The combination of rugged mountains, crystal-clear water, historic monasteries, and abundant wildlife makes it one of the country’s most photogenic locations. 💰 Approximate Costs · Boat ride to Vrelo Cave: €8–12 per person · Kayak rental: €10–15 per hour · Entry to the canyon area: Free 📍 Matka Canyon, North Macedonia 🇲🇰 “Some places impress you with their beauty. Matka Canyon amazes you with its serenity.” ✨ #MatkaCanyon #NorthMacedonia #VisitMacedonia #BalkanBeauty #NatureLovers #TravelEurope #TripMoments #Tripcom #HiddenGem #TravelPhotography #AdventureTravel #VreloCave #TravelMemories