Although most people associate tie-dye with 60s hippie fashion, it’s also a traditional art in Japan. However, shibori is quite...[ Click to read more ]
The Kansai region is perhaps better known for its urban life and attractions in cities such as Osaka, Kyoto, and...[ Click to read more ]
There are few more pleasant ways to spend a breezy summer afternoon than heading to a nice open space and...[ Click to read more ]
As Kobe is renowned for being one of the most trendy and cosmopolitan cities in the Kansai region, it’s no...[ Click to read more ]
People from around the world are becoming more interested in learning zazen — the Zen style of meditation — due...[ Click to read more ]
It’s frustrating to know that there are numerous things to see outside when you’re stuck indoors. The good news is...[ Click to read more ]
Kansai is famed not just for its bustling cities such as Kyoto and Osaka but also for its many mountains,...[ Click to read more ]
Kansai has been responsible for some great music over the years with everything from rock to electronic music to northern...[ Click to read more ]
An experience every visitor to Japan needs to have is a stay in a capsule hotel. These budget accommodation options...[ Click to read more ]
Expats living in Kobe can access good quality healthcare through employee health insurance and the national insurance scheme. With the...[ Click to read more ]