Justin Hanus
The Nipponbashi Street Festa in Osaka
Oct 18, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Back in 2005, Osaka was not nearly as popular a tourist destination as it is today. The city decided to...[ Click to read more ]
Thanksgiving in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
With the growing community of American expats, Thanksgiving Day is starting to make its mark in Japan. This traditional American...[ Click to read more ]
Kansai’s Most Popular Winter Meals
By Justin Hanus
The Japanese have many hearty winter meals served at festivals and family gatherings during the colder months. Each region has...[ Click to read more ]
How to See Kobe on a Budget
By Justin Hanus
Traveling around Japan can be expensive, but it’s still possible to visit any city in the country if you’re on...[ Click to read more ]
Best Cinemas in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
If you're an expat living in Japan, you'll find that going to the cinema isn't all that different from what...[ Click to read more ]
Great Places to Spot Wildlife in Kansai
Sep 24, 2019 By Justin Hanus
People often associate Japan with busy neon-lit modern cities, but there are plenty of beautiful open spaces across the country...[ Click to read more ]
Night Clubbing in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Kobe is not quite on the New York levels of “city that never sleeps” but there is plenty going on...[ Click to read more ]
Where to Play Pool in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Playing pool is one of the most popular pub games and you can find bars and halls the world over...[ Click to read more ]
Why You Need to Pay a Visit to Himeji
By Justin Hanus
One of the smaller cities in Kansai, Himeji is less well-known than places like Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto. The city...[ Click to read more ]
When Did Manga Become So Popular?
By Justin Hanus
Although manga comic books are popular throughout the world, in Japan reading manga is a very common pastime for people...[ Click to read more ]
