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  • バグー

    バグー

    A modest little burger spot

    Just a short walk from Ijiri station there is a little burger spot called バグー. Written in katakana, which is used to approximate words foreign to Japanese, it is pronounced bagu and it is the Japanese way of spelling the word “burger”. Like some of the more hole in the wall restaurants you find in Japan it is not very large, a little longer than the size of a shipping container and about the same width as one across. Inside, they always have a rock music playlist on playing classics from Africa by Toto to Karma Police by Radiohead. Like many restaurants in Japan it is also incredibly delicious and its affordable prices have made it a main staple for us students.

    The Menu

    Their selection of burgers offers variety without becoming overwhelming. From the classic single patty burger to the egg and bacon burger or the teriyaki burger to the double cheeseburger they all come packed with amazing flavor. The patties come with a delicious sauce and the meat is so tender it practically melts in your mouth. You can of course get just the burger or grab a set which comes with a drink and some potatoes with ketchup and Japanese mayonnaise on the side (which rivals the ketchup I might add). If you’re not quite in the mood for a burger they do make a wide variety of sandwiches to-go from around 290¥ – 500¥, about as much as you would pay at the kombini (Japanese convenience store) but with way more flavor.

    a picture of a burger
  • Ōhori Park

    Ōhori Park

    A popular destination in Fukuoka is Ōhori Park. Located in Chuo ward, Ōhori Park can be reached by taking the Fukuoka City Subway’s airport line.

    In the mornings many people can be seen running laps around Ōhori pond or getting breakfast and coffee at one of the nearby cafes. In addition to being ale to walk around the pond you can also traverse the length of Ōhori pond via a small island connected by two bridges, Kangetsu to the north and Satsuki to the south.

    Fukuoka Castle Ruins

    To the east of Ōhori Park there remain the ruins of Fukuoka castle. While most of the castle’s structure has been lost there are a few areas where, either original or reconstructed, some of the architecture can still be seen. During the spring you can venture up near the top of the castle ruins where sakura trees bloom. This well known season called Hanami (花見) or flower viewing attracts large groups of Japanese and tourists alike every year.