Without merchants traveling the "Mackerel Road," the royals and statesmen of ancient Kyoto might’ve gone hungry. A visit to Obama, where the route began, unveils the history of this quaint yet crucial town. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2026/01/17/travel/obama-kyoto-travel-history-saba-kaido/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #life #travel #travel #fukuiprefecture #kyoto #fishing