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.
Japan’s Alcohol-Free Beer-volution in Nagoya
Dec 31, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Japan is, it's pretty safe to say, something of a boozy country. Whether social events, ceremonies or even work, most...[ Click to read more ]
Osu Street Eats – Where to Get Osu’s Best Street Food
By Bert Wishart
To my surprise, upon my arrival, unlike many Asian nations, Japan does not have a street food culture. I have...[ Click to read more ]
Nagoya is not boring! Discover Nagoya’s Best Tour Company
Dec 27, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Known primarily for its manufacturing, its central location, and its busy transport hub, Nagoya has a rep for being a...[ Click to read more ]
Hatsumode in Tokyo – Shrines to Visit for New Years
Dec 24, 2021 By Bert Wishart
In Japan, celebrating New Year is all about 'firsts.' Perhaps the most important 'first' is the first trip to a...[ Click to read more ]
Visit UNESCO Sites Galore and More in Historical Shingu
Nov 30, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Some people travel around the world to visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Some people will never visit one in their...[ Click to read more ]
Snow is Here, Get Your Gear: Ski and Snowboard Shops in Nagoya
By Bert Wishart
As an avid cyclist who rides daily for their commute, I tend to fear the winter months. Nothing does for...[ Click to read more ]
Gorging on Gifu Grub
By Bert Wishart
Aichi Prefecture - and Nagoya in particular - has some of the best of Japanese cuisine. From its miso katsu...[ Click to read more ]
Fortune Telling? It’s for the Birds!
Oct 28, 2021 By Bert Wishart
A Japanese proverb says, of the futility of trying to predict the future, 'when you talk about the future, demons...[ Click to read more ]
Get to the Point – Traditional Japanese Swordsmithery Near Nagoya
By Bert Wishart
According to historian and author Stephen Turnbull on the Netflix documentary The Age of Samurai, "the samurai's most iconic weapon...[ Click to read more ]
Do You Know Nags? Nagoya’s Hidden Gems – Part 5
By Bert Wishart
Whether you're fresh in town or are a piece of the local furniture, Nagoya is a city that continuously throws...[ Click to read more ]
