Ray Proper
Disconnect Your Car Battery Before Long Trips
Nov 08, 2015 By Ray Proper
The expat lifestyle in Japan often means long durations of time spent abroad, and away from your vehicle. Before you...[ Click to read more ]
Buying Gasoline in Japan
Aug 25, 2015 By Ray Proper
Got a car? You are going to need gas! This is a basic guide to buying gas in Japan. Most...[ Click to read more ]
Mount Gozaisho – Nagoya Day Trip Destination
Aug 22, 2015 By Ray Proper
An hour outside of Nagoya on the Kintetsu line is Gozaisho-Dake’s 1,210 meter peak. It is a great hike up...[ Click to read more ]
Visit The Chita Peninsula!
Jun 29, 2015 By Ray Proper
Chita Peninsula, or in Japanese 知多半島 - Chita Hantō, is just south of Aichi Prefecture, east of Nagoya City in...[ Click to read more ]
CoCo Ichiban Curry: “Briskly, Sharply, and with a Smile.”
May 05, 2015 By Ray Proper
Many people are not aware of it, but Curry House CoCo Ichibanya, or just CoCo Ichiban as it is often called,...[ Click to read more ]
Volunteer Opportunities in Nagoya
Apr 26, 2015 By Ray Proper
Volunteering has a lot of upsides and few downsides to it. It is a great way to meet new people...[ Click to read more ]
Clubs and Groups in Nagoya
Apr 23, 2015 By Ray Proper
If you are new to Nagoya you may find yourself wanting to get out and meet people. One of the hardest parts...[ Click to read more ]
Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament
Apr 16, 2015 By Ray Proper
Seeing a sumo match is an important check mark completing any extended visit to Japan. Sumo is the Japanese sport...[ Click to read more ]
Ice Hockey in Nagoya
Apr 02, 2015 By Ray Proper
Did you know there are at least 5 ice hockey teams in and around Nagoya? From children’s to adult teams,...[ Click to read more ]
Girls Day and Hina Matsuri Events in Nagoya and Aichi
Feb 23, 2015 By Ray Proper
March starts out with a holiday for girls. The aptly named “Girls Day” coincides with the Hina Matsuri (Doll Festival),...[ Click to read more ]
