Justin Hanus
Planning Your Visit to a Sumo-Beya
Mar 22, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Attending a match at a sumo tournament is just one way to experience real-life sumo. Another is to visit a...[ Click to read more ]
Good Places to Meet Expats in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
With around 44,000 foreign nationals living in the city, Kobe has a sizeable expat community that includes many Americans and...[ Click to read more ]
Interesting Facts About Kansai
By Justin Hanus
The second most populous region of Japan after Kanto, Kansai has been a historically important part of the country with...[ Click to read more ]
Great Bars in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Kobe has a vibrant nightlife and bar scene that while perhaps not being as busy or diverse as nearby Osaka,...[ Click to read more ]
Why Visit the Instant Ramen Museum in Osaka
By Justin Hanus
It may seem like a strange concept to have an entire museum dedicated to instant ramen, but the Cup Noodles...[ Click to read more ]
Arima Onsen: Come On In, the Water’s Fine
Feb 25, 2019 By Justin Hanus
The mapmakers say Arima Onsen is a part of Kobe but it is way on the other side of Mount...[ Click to read more ]
Watch Some Sumo Wrestling at the 2019 Grand Tournament in Osaka
Feb 15, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Sumo wrestling is a sport uniquely associated with Japan. Although not all professional sumo wrestlers are Japanese, the sport originated...[ Click to read more ]
Top Japanese Pastimes to Explore for Yourself
By Justin Hanus
A great thing about Japan is there’s always something going on or something to do. By learning about the most...[ Click to read more ]
Healthy Meals for Dieters in Kansai
Jan 25, 2019 By Justin Hanus
The New Year is traditionally a time when people decide to put their culinary over-indulgences behind them and start a...[ Click to read more ]
Dance Classes in Kobe
Jan 22, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Whether you fancy a bit of a tango, some contemporary street dance or just want to keep in shape with...[ Click to read more ]
