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13th Annual Charity Soccer Tournament in Yokohama

Apr 18, 2017 By Ray Proper

Once again our annual Charity Soccer day is fast approaching, and with the current struggles we see around the world...[ Click to read more ]

Nagoya Latino American Festival in Sakae

By Ray Proper

Festival Latino Americano Nagoya is the place to be in Nagoya! Come to Sakae and see live Latin music, Salsa dancers,...[ Click to read more ]

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Japanese Language Schools in Nagoya

Apr 12, 2017 By Ray Proper

Studying Japanese is an excellent way to make your time in Japan more valuable and fun, in addition to improving...[ Click to read more ]

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Nagoya 2017!

Feb 25, 2017 By Ray Proper

The Osu Shopping Arcade will be bopping to an Irish jig as throngs of people in green descend to partake...[ Click to read more ]

Family Winter Sports Guide to Tokyo and Yokohama

Dec 14, 2016 By Ray Proper

Besides skiing and snowboarding, there are a variety of family  friendly options to get outside and active this winter.  From...[ Click to read more ]

Kyoto Hanatouro Illumination Festivals

Nov 14, 2016 By Ray Proper

Hanatouro is an "illumination festival" that happens in Kyoto twice a year at two separate locations.  Actually there are two...[ Click to read more ]

Nagoya Players Theater: Jukebox Paradise

Oct 21, 2016 By Ray Proper

Jukebox Paradise Set in a teen malt shop in Hilo, Hawaii during the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, Phil and...[ Click to read more ]

An Evening of Open Air Noh Performances in Komaki

Sep 28, 2016 By Ray Proper

The origins of Takiginoh, or noh plays held in the open air illuminated by firelight,  can be found in rites from Shinto...[ Click to read more ]

Toyohashi Gion Festival

Jul 14, 2016 By Ray Proper

If you are looking to get a festival in, it is on and popping in Toyohashi City on July 16th! The Toyohashi...[ Click to read more ]