As New Year’s well wishes fade from conversations across Japan, an unspoken but equally cheerful sentiment permeates the atmosphere of...[ Click to read more ]
Not being a speed demon myself it is hard to relate to the fast and furious aesthetic, but I definitely...[ Click to read more ]
The cold weather at this of year is the perfect opportunity for embracing the Japanese spirit and heading to an...[ Click to read more ]
When it comes to winter sports, Japan is a little bit ice crazy. Hosting the Winter Olympics in 1964 (Sapporo)...[ Click to read more ]
When one thinks of Japanese high art, alongside haiku, ukiyo-e, and the movies of Yasujiro Ozu, kabuki is most probably one...[ Click to read more ]
While Japan is well known for its glorious food, no matter how much you love sushi, tempura, or shabushabu, there...[ Click to read more ]
Until this year I had never heard of Ohnan Town and even now when I mention the name to local Japanese...[ Click to read more ]
If you’ve exhausted all the cat cafes in Hiroshima and you’re looking for something new, why not head to the...[ Click to read more ]
Japan is a cash-based economy, so it is a good idea to bring enough cash for initial expenses when you...[ Click to read more ]
Whether you love or loathe the hustle and bustle of the big city, there are no two ways about it:...[ Click to read more ]