Where to Shop in Kobe
Jul 17, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Kobe is something of a shopper's paradise with an array of shopping centers and high streets that are mostly within...[ Click to read more ]
Sekigahara: The Battle That Created Japan
Jul 17, 2019 By Bert Wishart
In 1600, Japan faced a turning point in its history. After more than a decade of comparative peace, the feudal...[ Click to read more ]
Shinsei Bank’s GoRemit Application Timeline
Jul 16, 2019 By Admin
What is the GoRemit App? The GoRemit App is a dedicated smartphone app for the GoRemit Shinsei Overseas Remittance Service...[ Click to read more ]
Top Things to Do in Nara
Jul 16, 2019 By Justin Hanus
With numerous temples and shrines, Nara is an important city for Japanese history and culture. It is also a top...[ Click to read more ]
Sansa Odori : THE Summer Festival of Morioka
Jul 16, 2019 By Jade Brischke
Mention the name, ‘Sansa,’ and many people will inevitably think of the character Sansa Stark from, ‘Game of Thrones.’ The...[ Click to read more ]
Gero’s Ryujin Fire Festival in Gifu
Jul 15, 2019 By Bert Wishart
While sitting in your air-conditioned room, sheltering from the humidity outside, perhaps the last thing that you would be thinking...[ Click to read more ]
Climbing Mount Fuji
Jul 14, 2019 By Ray Proper
Fuji season is upon us again! The official climbing season for Fujisan, as it is known locally, is in July...[ Click to read more ]
Beautiful Hiking and Walking Trails in Japan
Jul 11, 2019 By Bert Wishart
When the weather heats up, many Japanese escape the humidity that envelopes the cities and head to the countryside. Being...[ Click to read more ]
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Garden’s annual Night Zoo & Garden
Jul 10, 2019 By Ray Proper
Ever wonder what a polar bear does at night? Want to find out? This weekend is your last chance to...[ Click to read more ]
Dealing with Humidity and Mold in Japan
Jul 10, 2019 By Ray Proper
Japan is a big place, but a large part of Japan sits with the "humid subtropical climate" zone, characterized by hot, humid...[ Click to read more ]
