Day 5 of our anniversary trip, we visited the Misaki and Shinsenkai areas! We played 18 holes at Misaki Country Club, explored the streets of Shinsenkai, and ate at Kushikatsu Daruma and A Slice of Beef.

Misaki Country Club

It was my first time playing 18 holes and what a way to start playing golf! I was impressed with Misaki Country Club, to say the least.

Let me start with the course itself, the greens were unpredictable, sometimes it was flat and other times it was on an unexpected hill. We were surrounded by nature – it almost felt like a dream. I live in Hawaii so seeing the seasons change always leaves me stunned.

Next, the amenities offered at Misaki Country Club were next level. I never played 18 holes, let alone internationally. And boy, was I surprised. In Japan, you play 9 holes, break for a few hours for lunch, then finish the remaining holes. If you’re planning on golfing in Japan, it most certainly is an all day affair – especially since most golf courses are at least an hour commute away from the city. The Country Club offers showers, an onsen, lockers, and necessary post-shower amenities like a hair dryer, moisturizers, slippers, and of course clean towels.

Shinsenkai

This place felt like Vegas with its extravagant buildings, busy streets, and it felt catered to tourists. There are a lot of places to eat and explore in Shinsenkai. We visited ate at Kushikatsu Daruma and A Slice of Beef.

Kushikatsu Daruma

This place offers kushikatsu, bite-sized skewers covered in thick batter. Anything from eggs, oysters, to your typical meat like chicken and steak. We spent 444 yen for 15 skewers, dipping sauce, and drinks.

A Slice of Beef 

A Slice of Beef is located right off the main Shinsenkai strip. This serendipitous find, was one of the best Yakiniku places we ate at. They offer Japanese beef sourced locally in Japan. The restaurant is very small so consider yourself lucky if you’re able to snag a seat!

The meat was tender, the restaurant was clean, and the staff was pleasant. If it’s your first time eating at a yaikniku place, they offer to teach you. Carefully oil the grill before serving your locally sourced meat. We spent around 7,000 yen at A Slice of Beef – it was well worth it!