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Justin Hanus


All About Yatsushiro Myoken Festival

Oct 25, 2024 By Justin Hanus

Dating back to roughly the 14th century, Yatsushiro Myoken is one of the oldest festivals in Japan. Spanning over two...[ Click to read more ]

The Best Restaurants for International Food in Kumamoto

By Justin Hanus

Even though Japanese food is delicious, you may not want to eat it every single day. The good news is...[ Click to read more ]

National Parks to Visit Near Kumamoto

Sep 30, 2024 By Justin Hanus

Just beyond the borders of the city, the prefecture of Kumamoto is filled with natural beauty. Explore the mountains and...[ Click to read more ]

What Makes Kumamoto Sake So Special?

By Justin Hanus

Although sake is the most famous Japanese alcoholic beverage, in Kumamoto (and, in fact, on the entire island of Kyushu),...[ Click to read more ]

Learning Japanese? Here’s How to Start

By Justin Hanus

It’s no secret that learning Japanese is difficult. Learning any language is no easy feat, but Japanese is particularly challenging...[ Click to read more ]

Popular Landmarks and Buildings in Kobe

Sep 27, 2024 By Justin Hanus

Kobe isn’t one of Japan’s most major cities – indeed, Osaka and Kyoto are more well-known in the Kansai region...[ Click to read more ]

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Halloween in Kansai

Sep 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus

Halloween has grown in popularity in Japan in the 21st century ever since Tokyo Disneyland hosted a big Halloween party...[ Click to read more ]

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Halloween in Hiroshima

By Justin Hanus

Halloween is one of the popular western celebrations that Japan has embraced in recent years, in part due to the...[ Click to read more ]

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How to Experience Kansai Without a Yen in Your Pocket

By Justin Hanus

The Kansai region has many great attractions well-known across Japan. However, these often come at a price and you can...[ Click to read more ]

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Halloween in Kumamoto

By Justin Hanus

Halloween isn’t as big a deal in Japan as it is in the U.S., meaning you won’t see places filled...[ Click to read more ]