Bert Wishart
Novelist, copywriter and graduate from the most prestigious university in Sunderland, Bert whiles away his precious time on this Earth by writing about popular culture, travel, food and pretty much anything else that is likely to win him the Pulitzer he desperately craves.
Taiwan Ramen – Famous Nagoya Meibutsu
Sep 27, 2024 By Bert Wishart
Nagoya's cuisine is pretty different from traditional Japanese fare. While most of the best-known Japanese dishes are famed for their...[ Click to read more ]
Luxurious Getaways Right Here in Aichi
Jun 28, 2024 By Bert Wishart
So, the summer is upon us, which means it's traditionally the time to take a break and get away for...[ Click to read more ]
Do You Know Nags? – Uncovering Nagoya’s Hidden Gems – Part 7
By Bert Wishart
Whether you’re new in the city or are a Showa Gaijin, Nagoya is a city that always surprises. New restaurants,...[ Click to read more ]
Get the Wind in Your Summer Sails with Water Sports in Aichi
By Bert Wishart
When I first moved to Nagoya, I was pretty happy because it was right near the coast. I had visions...[ Click to read more ]
Kiyosu Castle, The ‘Other’ Nagoya Castle
May 31, 2024 By Bert Wishart
For first-time visitors to Nagoya, Nagoya Castle is usually the first port of call. This is kind of understandable, as...[ Click to read more ]
How a VPN Can Improve Your Japanese Life
By Bert Wishart
Living in Japan's great, isn't it? The food, the history, the natural beauty, and the bustling cities. But do you...[ Click to read more ]
Spice up Your Life with Nagoya’s Thai Restaurants
By Bert Wishart
Japan is rightly celebrated for being a nation of phenomenal food. From sashimi to oden, from yakitori to yakiniku, there...[ Click to read more ]
Checking out Tamamiya-cho, Gifu’s Most Eclectic Night Spot
Apr 30, 2024 By Bert Wishart
While Nagoya's nightlife hotspots of Sakae and Meieki have a lot to say for themselves, it could be argued that...[ Click to read more ]
Let’s All Go to the Keiba-jo! Where to See Horse Racing Near Nagoya
By Bert Wishart
Though it has much changed over the centuries, keiba [horse racing] in Japan is not merely a sport; it's a...[ Click to read more ]
Akechi Mitsuhide – The Chūbu Traitor Who Shaped Japan
By Bert Wishart
If you've been watching the epic Disney+ remake of Shōgun (and if you've not, you need to remedy that!) then...[ Click to read more ]
