H&R Group Blog

Tokyo’s Railway Museum: See Japan’s Locomotive History

Jul 24, 2023 By Michael Stigall

A good many visitors to Japan have been known to utter out loud, “There sure are a lot of trains...[ Click to read more ]

Great Beaches in The Kanto Region

Jul 24, 2023 By Michael Stigall

As the summer heat rises, retiring to your air-conditioned room with your necktie fan on full blast is tempting. However,...[ Click to read more ]

Fascinating Towns Near Kyoto: Otsu, Uji, & Fushimi

Jul 24, 2023 By Justin Hanus

As the former capital of Japan, Kyoto is a huge city with plenty of things to see, but sometimes you...[ Click to read more ]

Boat Trips in Kansai

Jul 24, 2023 By Justin Hanus

With so many picturesque waterways spread across the region, Kansai is the perfect Japanese location for a boat trip. Whether...[ Click to read more ]

Fruit Picking in Kansai

Jul 23, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Picking fresh fruit is a popular – and refreshing – pastime in Japan. In the Kansai region, there are many...[ Click to read more ]

Getting in Tents: Camping Around Hiroshima

Jul 22, 2023 By Bert Wishart

Finally, the heat and humidity of the summer have dissipated, and we can all get outside and enjoy the fresh...[ Click to read more ]

Martial Arts Classes in Hiroshima

Jul 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Martial arts offer the chance to delve into some of the finer aspects of Japanese culture and tradition and provide...[ Click to read more ]

Nightlife in Hiroshima

Jul 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

There’s plenty to do after hours in Hiroshima if you fancy letting your hair down. If you don’t fancy winding...[ Click to read more ]

Live Music Venues in Kumamoto

Jul 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Kumamoto is the live music hub of the Kyushu region in Japan. While it doesn't have the same reputation for...[ Click to read more ]

Breweries in Kumamoto

Jul 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

One of the most thriving areas of Japan's Kyushu region, Kumamoto has a strong history of alcohol production. Not just...[ Click to read more ]