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The Highlights of Suma Temple in Kobe

May 25, 2022 By Justin Hanus

A highlight of Kobe (and, in fact, Kansai as a whole) is Suma Temple. Dating back to 886, it is...[ Click to read more ]

Best Restaurants in Hiroshima

May 25, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Hiroshima has a good reputation for cuisine. Many consider Hiroshima the "home of okonomiyaki," and it boasts more okonomiyaki restaurants...[ Click to read more ]

Great Bike Rides in Kansai

May 24, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Although it may have a reputation for cars, motorbikes, and speedy trains, Japan is also a cycle-loving nation whose residents...[ Click to read more ]

Great Summer Walks in Hiroshima

May 24, 2022 By Justin Hanus

With summer fast approaching, what better way to appreciate the season than to head out for a nice walk, soak...[ Click to read more ]

Great Summer Walks in Kumamoto

May 24, 2022 By Justin Hanus

On the mountainous island of Kyushu in Kumamoto Prefecture lies one of the best scenic areas of Japan. Kumamoto is blessed...[ Click to read more ]

Visiting Rabbit Island in Hiroshima

May 24, 2022 By Justin Hanus

Just off the coast of Hiroshima is Okunoshima, more commonly called Rabbit Island. Although the island is small, it’s home...[ Click to read more ]

Artisan Coffee Shops in Tokyo

May 24, 2022 By Michael Stigall

It seems hard to believe, but there was once a time when finding a good cup of coffee in Tokyo...[ Click to read more ]

Character Street: Find Your Favorite Character

May 23, 2022 By Michael Stigall

One of the things people notice about Japan is that cartoon characters here are very popular. From Hello Kitty to...[ Click to read more ]

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Kyodai Market: Tokyo’s Latin American Market

May 23, 2022 By Michael Stigall

For a long time, the place to go for food from Latin America was a shop in Gotanda called Mundo...[ Click to read more ]

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All Aboard! The Special Trains of Kyushu

Apr 28, 2022 By William Farrow

Japan is famous for its trains and their consistency. Foreign residents often remark that the trains are always neat and...[ Click to read more ]