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Where to Spend Valentine’s Day in Nagoya

Jan 21, 2023 By Bert Wishart

In his 1977 classic one-hit wonder, John Paul Young sang the immortal lines "Love is in the air, everywhere I...[ Click to read more ]

Valentine’s Day in Kumamoto

Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Are you looking to spoil someone on Valentine’s Day this year? Although more of a Western tradition, Valentine’s Day is...[ Click to read more ]

Street Food in Kumamoto

Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Japanese cuisine is a very distinct part of the country’s culture and each part of the country has its own...[ Click to read more ]

Best Zoos, Farms and Aquariums in Kumamoto

Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Spending time with nature and observing diverse animals and creatures in zoos and aquariums is a great way of relaxing...[ Click to read more ]

Top Lemon-Based Souvenirs from Hiroshima

Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus

The mild climate and low rainfall of Hiroshima are ideal for growing citrus fruits. In fact, the prefecture is the...[ Click to read more ]

Unique and Unusual Attractions in Kumamoto

Dec 27, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Kumamoto is a beautiful prefecture on the island of Kyushu, probably most well-known for the breathtaking Mount Aso and the...[ Click to read more ]

Winter Food in Nagoya

Dec 27, 2022 By Bert Wishart

Unless you are a ski bunny or a masochist, there should be no doubt that winter is the worst of...[ Click to read more ]

Hatsumode in Tokyo – Making Your First Shrine Visit of 2023

Dec 26, 2022 By Michael Stigall

New Years in Japan is laser-focused on firsts. You have your first sunrise of the year, which is very important,...[ Click to read more ]

Winter Illumination in Tokyo

Dec 26, 2022 By Michael Stigall

Christmas time in Tokyo can be a bit surreal. On the one hand, there are Christmas markets, gigantic sales, innumerable...[ Click to read more ]

Ice Skating in Kanto

Dec 26, 2022 By Michael Stigall

For most of us from colder climates, it is hard to imagine winter without ice skating. Luckily, many in the...[ Click to read more ]