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.
Benzaiten – Japanese Sweets to ‘Dai’ For in Nagoya
Aug 24, 2020 By Bert Wishart
I'm a great fan of desserts that do precisely what their name suggests. You've got a Tiramisu, which is a...[ Click to read more ]
Seoul Food – Hiroshima’s Korean Restaurants
By Bert Wishart
There is no doubt that, living here in Japan, we are spoiled to have on our doorstep some of the...[ Click to read more ]
Getting to Know You: Nagoya’s Global Gate and Sasashima
By Bert Wishart
Nagoya has blown up in recent years. This expansion is no more evident than in the areas around Nagoya Station,...[ Click to read more ]
Craft Beer Pubs in Nagoya
Aug 16, 2020 By Bert Wishart
and minimalist. There are many things tasty about Japan. In Nagoya alone, we have spicy tebasaki, rich miso, and crispy...[ Click to read more ]
Golfing in and Around Nagoya
Jul 31, 2020 By Bert Wishart
Though Mark Twain once remarked of golf that it was 'a good walk spoiled,' it seems that the witticism didn't...[ Click to read more ]
Seoul Food – Nagoya’s Best Korean Restaurants
By Bert Wishart
There is no doubt that Japan has some of the world's best cuisine, but I have to say, the first...[ Click to read more ]
Midtown BBQ – Nagoya’s Best Barbecue Finds a Hot New Spot
By Bert Wishart
If you're as mad about steaks and barbecue as we are here at Japan Info Swap, then you'll already know...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Best BBQ Spots
Jul 13, 2020 By Bert Wishart
The best barbecue is the one you grill yourself. You may think this would be difficult in the city, what...[ Click to read more ]
Straight Outta Nagoya – Great Bands and Artists From the Nation’s Center City
Jul 01, 2020 By Bert Wishart
When reading listings for live performers on tour, it can feel like Nagoya is completely missed out by all the...[ Click to read more ]
Beaches Around Tokyo
Jun 27, 2020 By Bert Wishart
As the summer heat rises it’s tempting to retire to your air-conditioned room with your necktie fan on full blast....[ Click to read more ]
