Justin Hanus
Osaka is the Tenka no Daidokoro (the Nation’s Kitchen) – Not What You Think
May 19, 2016 By Justin Hanus
Before the world bought into the abstract concept of money - whereby a piece of metal or paper can stand...[ Click to read more ]
The Tunnels of Mount Ikoma Bridge the Cultures of Osaka and Nara
May 17, 2016 By Justin Hanus
The city of Osaka is sheltered on the shores of Osaka Bay to the south and east by the...[ Click to read more ]
Get Lost in a Garden of Over 2.5 Million Lilies Blooming on Osaka Bay
Apr 23, 2016 By Justin Hanus
The sakura blossoms might have run their course, but for anyone around Osaka, a new flower season is just beginning...[ Click to read more ]
Special Extended Hours and Light-Up Events for May in Kyoto
Apr 22, 2016 By Justin Hanus
As if the incredible weather and the vibrant greens of springtime weren’t enough to get you out of the house,...[ Click to read more ]
Kobe Matsuri: A Japanese Celebration with Western Influences
By Justin Hanus
Although the Kobe Matsuri is a relatively young street festival - it began in 1971 - the roots of the...[ Click to read more ]
Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan: How Many People Have Signed the Guest Register of this 1,300 Year Old Hotel?
Mar 22, 2016 By Justin Hanus
Just doing the math is mind-boggling. A family business for over 1,300 years. Yes, there have been some heirs adopted...[ Click to read more ]
Enjoy Akashi’s Local Seafood Delights
By Justin Hanus
Stretching across the coastline of the Seto Inland Sea, Akashi, located in southern Hyogo Prefecture is a small port city...[ Click to read more ]
Osaka’s Tsuruhashi: Japan’s Largest Korea Town
By Justin Hanus
Culture breaks down political barriers Putting aside various political differences, the Japanese people of late have been besotted by Korean...[ Click to read more ]
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Hiroshima
Feb 22, 2016 By Justin Hanus
For many people around the world, the month of March means St. Patrick’s Day and all of the fun celebrations...[ Click to read more ]
Kobe Beef: The Real Deal
By Justin Hanus
Russia has its caviar, Maine has its lobsters, and Kobe has its beef. There are no Kobe beef cows. They...[ Click to read more ]
