Japan: To Drive or Not to Drive?
Dec 10, 2014 By Ray Proper
When discussing the pros and cons of driving in Japan, one of the most common questions that comes up is...[ Click to read more ]
English Speaking Childcare / Babysitting Services in Nagoya
Babysitting was not a “thing” here, generally, until somewhat recently. Traditionally in Japan the woman stays home while the man...[ Click to read more ]
Hiwatari Shinji – A Buddhist Fire Walking Ritual
Nov 27, 2014 By Bert Wishart
Winter in Japan can get a touch on the chilly side, can’t it. So, what’s the best way of warming...[ Click to read more ]
Hiwatari-Shinji – Fire Walking at Akibasan Entsu-ji
Nov 27, 2014 By Bert Wishart
Winter in Japan can get a touch on the chilly side, can’t it. So, what’s the best way of warming...[ Click to read more ]
Dive on in – Public Swimming Pools in Tokyo
Nov 11, 2014 By Bert Wishart
Swimming is, it is often stated, perhaps the best form of exercise, and as a nation that takes its health...[ Click to read more ]
Ebi Furai – Famous Nagoya Meibutsu
Oct 30, 2014 By Bert Wishart
When it comes to meibutsu, food associated with a particular region of Japan, Nagoya is probably best known for miso...[ Click to read more ]
Toy Shopping in Nagoya
Oct 28, 2014 By Bert Wishart
So November is here and, for the more prepared of you, that means its time to get the Christmas presents...[ Click to read more ]
Using Kerosene Heaters in Japan
Outside of Tokyo and other urban areas, central heating is not really a thing in Japan. High end properties will...[ Click to read more ]
English language bookshops in Tokyo
Oct 14, 2014 By Bert Wishart
With the advent of e-readers and smartphones, getting your hands on English language literature in Japan isn’t the challenge it...[ Click to read more ]
Japanese Fairy Tales You Can Read with Your Children
Oct 14, 2014 By Bert Wishart
If you have children there is perhaps nothing more rewarding than reading them bedtime stories. But let’s face it, there...[ Click to read more ]
