Justin Hanus
Top Hanami Sites Near Kobe
Feb 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Spring is just around the corner, which means Hanami time is here again for many Japanese residents. Hanami means "flower...[ Click to read more ]
Valentine’s Day in Hiroshima
Jan 30, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Valentine's Day is a big deal worldwide, including in Japan. To understand why you need to understand how the holiday...[ Click to read more ]
Hot Coffee on a Winter Day: Hiroshima’s Best Cafés
Jan 28, 2023 By Justin Hanus
It's January. Suddenly, western Japan is a great deal colder than you imagined it would be. You want to go...[ Click to read more ]
Valentine’s Day in Kobe
Jan 22, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Valentine’s Day is an essential holiday throughout Japan, but it’s extra significant in Kobe. Here, a chocolate shop advertised Valentine’s...[ Click to read more ]
Kobe’s Winter Wonderland: Mount Rokko
Jan 21, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Japan hosted the first-ever Winter Olympics in Asia at Sapporo in 1972, but the country already had a rich history...[ Click to read more ]
Strap on Your Skates in Kansai This Winter
By Justin Hanus
Ice skating has a long history as skates made of animal bones dating back 5,000 years were found at the...[ Click to read more ]
Valentine’s Day in Kumamoto
Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Are you looking to spoil someone on Valentine’s Day this year? Although more of a Western tradition, Valentine’s Day is...[ Click to read more ]
Street Food in Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
Japanese cuisine is a very distinct part of the country’s culture and each part of the country has its own...[ Click to read more ]
Best Zoos, Farms and Aquariums in Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
Spending time with nature and observing diverse animals and creatures in zoos and aquariums is a great way of relaxing...[ Click to read more ]
Top Lemon-Based Souvenirs from Hiroshima
By Justin Hanus
The mild climate and low rainfall of Hiroshima are ideal for growing citrus fruits. In fact, the prefecture is the...[ Click to read more ]
