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Surviving Summer Weekends with Kids

Jul 31, 2024 By William Farrow

With summer comes summer vacation. What was once a strong, fond memory of days with no school or responsibility and...[ Click to read more ]

Summer Homework: Things to Mind and Enjoy

By William Farrow

As we head into August, residents of Japan will begin wrestling with a month that continues the beats of July:...[ Click to read more ]

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Your Summer Prep Checklist

May 31, 2024 By William Farrow

As the sun begins its daily climb earlier and earlier with each passing day, the familiar signs of summer have...[ Click to read more ]

HOPE International Development Agency Japan: Hope Charity Dinner 2024

Dec 27, 2023 By William Farrow

Every year, the HOPE International Development Agency organizes charity dinners across Japan to help provide access and opportunities to those...[ Click to read more ]

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Aso-Kuju: Kumamoto’s Breathtaking Park

Jul 01, 2023 By William Farrow

For residents of Kyushu, the outdoors and nature are always nearby. A far cry from the large cities of Honshu,...[ Click to read more ]

Hyogo’s Ashiya City Garbage Bag Changes 2023

Apr 28, 2023 By William Farrow

Residents of Ashiya City in Hyogo Prefecture should be aware that the rules regarding garbage bags will change in October...[ Click to read more ]

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All Aboard! The Special Trains of Kyushu

Apr 28, 2022 By William Farrow

Japan is famous for its trains and their consistency. Foreign residents often remark that the trains are always neat and...[ Click to read more ]

Mix It Up! International Food in Hiroshima

By William Farrow

Japanese food is fantastic; no arguments there. Yet, what was that old adage? Ah, right: Variety is the spice of...[ Click to read more ]

Kumamoto’s Farmland: Aso Milk Factory

By William Farrow

In the north of Aso city is the Aso Milk Factory, where you can experience the delicious taste of locally...[ Click to read more ]

Cool, Calm and Caffeinated: Coffee in Hiroshima

By William Farrow

Coffee. Without it, modern life may very well not be possible. Japan has long embraced caffeinated bean juice and offers...[ Click to read more ]