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 ]
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 ]
Miso – Japan’s Condiment of Choice for 1000 Years
Oct 14, 2019 By Justin Hanus
There was a time when miso was only eaten by nobility and monks. It was strictly forbidden for commoners to...[ Click to read more ]
Great Places to Spot Wildlife in Kansai
Sep 24, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Japan is known for its densely-populated neon-lit cities but look beyond the lights and high-rise buildings and you can find...[ 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 ]
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 ]
Japan’s Coffee Culture is Super Caffeinated – UCC Coffee Museum in Kobe
Sep 14, 2019 By Justin Hanus
The image of Japan around the world is that of a country where the main beverages are green tea and...[ Click to read more ]
