Osaka is the Tenka no Daidokoro (the Nation’s Kitchen) – Not What You Think
May 19, 2016 By Justin Hanus
Before the world bought into the abstract concept of money - whereby a piece of metal or paper can stand...[ Click to read more ]
The Tunnels of Mount Ikoma Bridge the Cultures of Osaka and Nara
May 17, 2016 By Justin Hanus
The city of Osaka is sheltered on the shores of Osaka Bay to the south and east by the...[ Click to read more ]
The Great Japan Beer Festival Tokyo – Beer Fest 2017
May 11, 2016 By Bert Wishart
When I first arrived in Japan, I was somewhat disappointed by my perception of limited decent beer selections. It seemed that no...[ Click to read more ]
Vietnam Festival and Vietnamese Restaurants in Tokyo
May 10, 2016 By Bert Wishart
Some years ago, as those with youth and a seeming abundance of time on their hands tend to do, I...[ Click to read more ]
Get Lost in a Garden of Over 2.5 Million Lilies Blooming on Osaka Bay
Apr 23, 2016 By Justin Hanus
The sakura blossoms might have run their course, but for anyone around Osaka, a new flower season is just beginning...[ Click to read more ]
Special Extended Hours and Light-Up Events for May in Kyoto
Apr 22, 2016 By Justin Hanus
As if the incredible weather and the vibrant greens of springtime weren’t enough to get you out of the house,...[ Click to read more ]
Kobe Matsuri: A Japanese Celebration with Western Influences
Apr 22, 2016 By Justin Hanus
Although the Kobe Matsuri is a relatively young street festival - it began in 1971 - the roots of the...[ Click to read more ]
Brazil in Aichi – Getting the Best Brazilian Food Around
Apr 12, 2016 By Bert Wishart
If for some reason you are unable to make it to the Brazilian festival in Hisayaodori this month, there is no...[ Click to read more ]
Introducing the Meito Ku Area of Nagoya
Issha and Hongo in Meito-ku are the most popular areas for expat families in Nagoya as they are located on...[ Click to read more ]
Brazillian Festival Nagoya
Apr 08, 2016 By Ray Proper
Brazilian Festival Nagoya is a little slice of Latin America in Hisayaodori Park, Sakae. You can enjoy a variety of Brazilian foods...[ Click to read more ]
