Welcome to Maris Around the World!
I am currently living and studying abroad in Fukuoka, Japan! As a big foodie and photography lover I’m excited to share my favorite food spots, travel tips, and stories about living abroad.
I hope you enjoy reading!
~Marisa
Recents From the Blog
- Best Food to Eat on Itsukushima Island (Miyajima)
Itsukushima, also known as Miyajima, is probably most known for its beautiful floating torii gate, nature spots (Momijidani Park in… Continue Reading → - Celebrating the New Year in Japan
Celebrating the New Year, oshogatsu (お正月), is one of the most important holidays in Japan and takes place from December… Continue Reading → - Winter Oyster Huts in Itoshima – A Kyushu SpecialtyWhen the weather starts to get chilly, that means one thing… it’s oyster season! Oyster huts or (kakigoya) are mainly… Continue Reading →
Japanese Food and Restaurant Reviews
- Kobe Beef Lunch Course in Kobe, JapanAs you may have been able to tell, I am quite excited to be in Japan because of all the… Continue Reading →
- Mizutaki- Japanese Chicken Hot Pot (水炊き)Welcome to winter in Fukuoka! We have had snow the past two days (at an unprecedented amount), and the air… Continue Reading →
- Ochazuke (お茶漬け) at Kappō Yoshida in Fukuoka, Japan
This post is all about ochazuke! Do you know what that is? I recently went to Kappō Yoshida, a Fukuoka restaurant known for their special sea bream (tai) ochazuke.
Japan Travel Guides
- Day Trip to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine from Central Fukuoka
This weekend I embarked on a small day trip to one of Fukuoka’s most famous shrines: Dazaifu Tenmangu. I chose… Continue Reading → - Karato Seafood Market & Fugu: the Deadly DelicacyKarato Market is a seafood hub in Yamaguchi Prefecture that is well known for its assorted pufferfish (fugu) offerings and other rare ocean delicacies.
- Biking Around Sakurajima: A Complete GuideSakurajima is the iconic symbol of Kagoshima and is a great place to visit as it is just a short ferry ride away. When I visited, I rented a bike and explored the 36km (22m) perimeter of the island in a challenging yet fulfilling adventure.
About Me
Hi, I’m Marisa! Previously a kid’s toy designer, I decided to pick up and move to Japan for a new life challenge and to embrace starting roots abroad. When I’m not gobbling down new foods, catch me doing yoga, practicing photography, or studying 日本語 (Japanese). I enjoy writing about travel, food, and the adventures I have, so please enjoy! Read more
