Matt Mangham
Mexican Food in Hiroshima
Jan 28, 2019 By Matt Mangham
The rest of the world’s foodies may cast a longing eye toward Japan, but let’s face it, if you live...[ Click to read more ]
The Shopping Underground: Depachika in Hiroshima
By Matt Mangham
One of the best reasons to visit a department store here is to ride the elevator down to the basement,...[ Click to read more ]
Setsubun Festivals in Hiroshima
Jan 25, 2019 By Matt Mangham
Each year, on the third of February, harried fathers across Japan put on paper demon masks and are pelted...[ Click to read more ]
Hot coffee on a Winter Day. Hiroshima’s Best Cafes.
Dec 28, 2018 By Matt Mangham
It’s January, and suddenly western Japan is a great deal colder than you thought it would be. You want to...[ Click to read more ]
Books and Coffee in Hiroshima
By Matt Mangham
We’ve already talked about where to track down Hiroshima’s best hot coffee in the depths of January, but once you’re...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima Cinemas
By Matt Mangham
This is one of the best times of year to see a movie. Time off, cold weather outside, and a...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima Winter Illuminations
Nov 27, 2018 By Matt Mangham
Seasonal illuminations are a big deal in Japan. From the famous Kobe Luminarie, donated by the Italian government following the...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima Ski and Snowboard Resorts
By Matt Mangham
Hiroshima isn’t the first place that comes to mind when you think of skiing in Japan. We’re a long way...[ Click to read more ]
Onsen In and Around Hiroshima
By Matt Mangham
Hot springs, or ‘onsen,’ are a great idea any time of year, but there’s something about being outside and up...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima’s Ebisuko Festival 2018
Oct 29, 2018 By Matt Mangham
Across Japan, Ebisu is one of Shinto’s most popular deities. Deaf and lame, and always laughing (hence the Japanese term...[ Click to read more ]
