[Bangkok] Enjoy a whirlwind trip on the weekend! FBS announcer Moe Nakatani's 4-day, 1-night weekend trip to Thailand

Thailand is a popular overseas travel destination that is neither too close nor too far from Fukuoka.

FBS announcer Moe Nakatani, who went on a private trip to Thailand, will be sharing information about gourmet food, places to visit, and more, following on from the last article on "Recommended items bought at a drugstore in Bangkok"!

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FBS announcer Moe Nakatani's 4-day, 1-night whirlwind trip to Bangkok, Thailand

Hello. I'm Moe Nakatani, an FBS announcer.

At the end of June, I went on a quick trip to Thailand for four days and one night!

There are two international airports in Bangkok, Thailand: Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Don Mueang International Airport. Both are about 5 to 6 hours away from Fukuoka Airport by direct flight.

The time difference is only two hours (Japan is two hours ahead), so if you have two consecutive days off, such as the weekend, it's not impossible to go! I can't deny that it would be a bit tough though... (laughs).

My schedule is

Departing from Fukuoka Airport at 9:00pm (Japan time) on the first day, travelling to Bangkok via Osaka

3:50am on the second day (local time) Arrive in Bangkok → Full day sightseeing → Hotel accommodation

Day 3: Full day of sightseeing → evening, head to the airport

On the fourth day, we departed Bangkok at 0:55 (local time) and arrived in Fukuoka at 8:40 (Japan time)

Since my stay was only for two full days, I packed my schedule.

I think it's possible to go to the airport after work on Friday, return home on Monday morning and continue working straight away.

The prices listed below are the rates at the time of my visit, so please use them as a reference only.

Maeklong Market, where shops line the tracks where trains pass by

I arrived at Suvarnabhumi Airport around 4am, left my luggage at the hotel and headed straight for...

"Maeklong Railway Market"!

As the name suggests, it is set on a working railway line and sells fruit, vegetables, fish, spices and more.

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Only when the train passes, the shop tents and parasols are closed.

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Once it passes, it widens again!

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A sight you rarely see in Japan!

There are also restaurants that do not open or close and allow you to sit down and enjoy your food and drink.

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At that market, I discovered my favorite fruit, mangosteen.

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Mangosteen is a tropical fruit known as the "Queen of Fruits." When you peel off the thick skin, you'll find white flesh arranged like a mandarin orange, with a sweet and sour taste similar to lychee.

Since it is a fruit grown in tropical and subtropical regions, I often ate it when I studied abroad in the Philippines for a short period.

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Enjoy shopping on a boat at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

After leaving Maeklong Railway Market, we next headed to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. There are several other floating markets in Thailand, but this one seems to be the most popular tourist destination.

It's about a two-hour drive from central Bangkok. The shops close around noon, so we recommend going early in the morning! It's apparently most lively until around 9am (there are also day tours that depart from Bangkok between 6:30am and 7am).

Hop on a small boat (approximately 800 yen per person) and start shopping!

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You can see commercial boats passing by on the water and buy food, souvenirs, and other items from the shops lining both sides of the canal.

The yakitori sold on the commercial boat was so delicious! I couldn't resist buying some beer too (blushes).

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After getting off the boat, we had lunch at a restaurant within the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

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We shared a plate of pad thai and water spinach, each costing around 300 to 400 yen.

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After completing our tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and returning to Bangkok, we went back to the hotel and took a swim in the hotel pool.

We stayed at a hotel called the Adelphi Forty-Nine.

It was spacious, clean, had plenty of amenities, and included breakfast, all for about 6,000 yen per person. Cheap...!

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Recommended by locals! IM CHAN, a popular restaurant in Phrom Phong

After swimming in the pool I got hungry, so I went to a popular restaurant called "IM CHAN" in a town called Phrom Phong that was recommended to me by a local.

The menu was extensive, with over 100 items in total.

From there we asked...

"Khao Man Gai" (about 200 yen).

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"Shrimp fried rice" (about 360 yen).

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"Gapao Rice" (about 260 yen).

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It was so delicious... I was very satisfied!

"SIROCCO" is an open-air restaurant located on the 63rd floor of the hotel.

After dinner we went to a beauty salon, and in the evening we went to SIROCCO, a place we had been looking forward to!

This open-air restaurant and bar, located on the 63rd floor of the hotel "Lebua," is said to be "the closest to the sky in the world."

It was a high-end restaurant and bar with a dress code, and a cocktail cost around 4,000 yen!! (Shocking)

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It was a spectacular view.

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A must-try dish for your trip to Thailand: Poo Pad Pong Curry

The second and final day.

For lunch, I had Pu Pad Pong Curry, which was something I absolutely wanted to try during my trip to Thailand.

You can eat it at various shops and food stalls, but we went to "Somboon Seafood," which is said to be the birthplace of Poo Pad Pong Curry. There are eight stores in Bangkok. This is "Poo Pad Pong Curry." It is stir-fried crab curry, lightly coated with egg.

It's packed with the rich flavor of crab, and you won't be able to stop eating it.

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The small size (just over 2,000 yen) was enough for three people to share.

We also ordered the "Steamed Shrimp with Garlic" (approximately 1,500 yen).

The garlic was so strong it was absolutely delicious.

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Great for a snack too! Croissants from the popular cake shop "Paris Mikki"

While walking around town, I spotted some delicious looking croissants, so I bought one for a snack.

When I looked it up later, I found out it was a popular cake shop in Bangkok called "Paris Mikki."

Stylish.

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Night Market "The One Ratchada"

After that, we went to Khao San Road to buy souvenirs and go to a cafe.

We also enjoyed getting henna tattoos and went to the night market, The One Ratchada.

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There are rows of white tents housing restaurants, general stores, Thai pants shops, and more.

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The mango smoothie I had here (about 480 yen) was full of mango and very delicious.

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Before we knew it, the second day was over.

lastly.

When taking a taxi in Thailand, make sure to ask for the meter to be turned on.

If you are a tourist, be careful because they may not turn on the meter and will tell you a very high price, such as "If you go to XX, it will cost XX yen."

(My sister and I always check with the taxi driver whether we can keep to the meter.)

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Thailand is warm all year round and is a country that can be enjoyed at any time of the year.

Although it varies by location, the rainy season is from June to October, with rain coming and going, while the dry season is from mid-October to February, with many sunny days and refreshing weather. Also, from March to May, the temperature is quite high from the morning, and there are many humid days.

I think you'll be fine all year round if you choose your clothes with the Japanese summer weather in mind. Because it's so hot outside, the air conditioning can be quite strong indoors, so it's a good idea to bring a thin cardigan or something similar.

This concludes announcer Moe Nakatani's "Thailand Travel Diary"!

Please use this as a reference when traveling to Thailand. (Composition: ARNE Editorial Department, Text: Moe Nakatani)

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