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Top Musical Artists from Kobe

Jan 29, 2024 By Justin Hanus

Although it’s only a small city, Kobe is the birthplace of numerous musical artists of a range of genres. Checking...[ Click to read more ]

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Food Only Available in Hiroshima

By Justin Hanus

Although some dishes are common throughout the country, different regions in Japan also have their own specialties that may be...[ Click to read more ]

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Valentine’s Boat Trips in Kumamoto

By Justin Hanus

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, now could be the perfect time to plan a memorable romantic boat trip...[ Click to read more ]

Where to Go for Ice Cream in Kumamoto

Dec 27, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Like the rest of Japan, Kumamoto has plenty of places where you’ll find high-quality ice cream. Whereas soft-serve ice cream...[ Click to read more ]

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The Hiroshima Music Scene

By Justin Hanus

Japan has a vibrant and diverse music culture and has provided the world with top-selling exports over the years such...[ Click to read more ]

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New Year Bike Rides in Kumamoto

By Justin Hanus

Need to do a bit of exercise to shed those extra pounds gained during the holiday season? What better way...[ Click to read more ]

What is Okonomiyaki and How Do You Eat It?

By Justin Hanus

A classic dish in Hiroshima is okonomiyaki (there’s also a version from Osaka). It started gaining traction before World War...[ Click to read more ]

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Packing the Right Clothes for Kobe in the Winter

By Justin Hanus

The weather varies greatly across Japan in the winter. Hokkaido is the coldest, with temperatures reaching as low as -11.4...[ Click to read more ]

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Top Places to Try Fugu in Hiroshima

By Justin Hanus

Fugu (blowfish) is an important aspect of Japanese cuisine. In addition to its delicious taste, it gained its fame due...[ Click to read more ]

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Samurai Tourism in Kumamoto

By Justin Hanus

Kumamoto was historically an important samurai town, signs of which still exist today. In fact, there’s now an industry around...[ Click to read more ]

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