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Celebrating the Japanese Culture of Wood at the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum in Kobe

Oct 27, 2017 By Justin Hanus

Around the world traditional Japanese carpentry and craftsmanship is revered for its precision and quality. In 1984 the Takenaka Corporation,...[ Click to read more ]

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Fratelli Paradiso: Great Italian Food in Omotesando Hills

Oct 27, 2017 By Admin

In 2001 'Fratelli Paradiso opened the doors in Potts Point, Sydney, Australia, where it is a staple of the Sydney food...[ Click to read more ]

Fly away with me… to Hiroshima Airport

Oct 23, 2017 By Admin

Like most airports in Japan, Hiroshima Airport is no different in that it’s located in the middle of nowhere. Unlike...[ Click to read more ]

Koyo, or Fall Colors in Japan

Oct 15, 2017 By Ray Proper

  [caption id="attachment_851" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Korankei Gorge near Toyota City, Aichi[/caption] Viewing the changing colors of fall leaves or foliage, called koyo in...[ Click to read more ]

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Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens is a Celebration of Herbs and More

Sep 14, 2017 By Justin Hanus

Herbs have a hallowed and honored position in Japanese culture dating back hundreds and hundreds of years. Chinese herbs first...[ Click to read more ]

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All Aboard! Cruising in Kobe Harbor

Sep 14, 2017 By Justin Hanus

Kobe is Japan's fifth largest city and one of the best ways to appreciate its size and importance is to...[ Click to read more ]

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The Danjiri Matsuri in Osaka is a Multi-Generational Thrill Show

Sep 14, 2017 By Justin Hanus

Autumn means the biggest event of the year for the southern Osaka city of Kishiwada - the Danjiri Matsuri. Danjiri...[ Click to read more ]

Looking for a Good Time in Hiroshima?

Sep 13, 2017 By Jade Brischke

If you want to have a good time having a drink and some quick and easy food to eat whilst...[ Click to read more ]

Daisho-In Temple: the alternative to Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima

Sep 13, 2017 By Jade Brischke

It may not be as famous as Itsukushima Shrine, but Daisho-In Temple on Miyajima is just as beautiful and to...[ Click to read more ]