Justin Hanus
8 Things to Do on Awaji Island near Kobe
Feb 26, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Island life is always serene and stress free. There’s that come hither idea of jumping on a boat and going...[ Click to read more ]
8 Most Popular Samurai Castles in the Kansai Region
By Justin Hanus
The Shogunate has been the most influential and highly esteemed form of government that began in Medieval Japan when the...[ Click to read more ]
8 Most Unique and Fun Themed Cafes and Restaurants in Tokyo
By Justin Hanus
If you think it’s only in anime, manga, tv shows and movies that Japan can be unique and creative, think...[ Click to read more ]
The Five Best Buddhist Temples in Kansai
Jan 24, 2018 By Justin Hanus
If you fancy spending a day or two checking out the beauty and serenity of some of Japan's finest Buddhist...[ Click to read more ]
8 Popular Historic Sites in Kobe
Jan 23, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Places brimming with history exude that magical charm tourists cannot resist. It’s always on our list of must do’s when...[ Click to read more ]
Frozen Fun in Hiroshima
Dec 24, 2017 By Justin Hanus
For many people, wintertime in Hiroshima means oysters and nihonshu. While these are great winter indulgences, there are many other...[ Click to read more ]
Vegan Food in Kobe
Dec 22, 2017 By Justin Hanus
New year, new game. So how about heading into it with some healthy food by trying some great vegetarian and...[ Click to read more ]
Etiquette for Staying in a Ryokan
By Justin Hanus
A ryokan is a Japanese inn — although the word “inn” doesn’t do it justice. This traditional form of accommodation...[ Click to read more ]
Studying and Working in Kobe: What to Expect
By Justin Hanus
Kobe is one of the largest cities in Japan and it is the capital of the Hyôgo Prefecture. Several companies...[ Click to read more ]
Kansai or Kanto? Who Ya Got?
Nov 21, 2017 By Justin Hanus
“You despise me, don’t you Rick?” says Peter Lorre’s Ugarte to Humphrey Bogart’s Richard Blaine in Casablanca. “If I gave...[ Click to read more ]
