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Going cashless in Japan

Feb 28, 2019 By Jason Gatewood

Almost 20 years ago in order to prepare for my first trip to Japan I was advised by my travel...[ Click to read more ]

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How to use Public Sports Facilities in Tokyo

Feb 28, 2019 By Jason Gatewood

Staying in shape in a big city like Tokyo can be a chore sometimes; I myself am a big fan...[ Click to read more ]

Ankake Spaghetti, Nagoya’s Italian Treat

Feb 27, 2019 By Bert Wishart

From soba to ramen, udon to somen, hiyamugi to shirataki, Japanese cuisine is blessed with a wide variety of of...[ Click to read more ]

Do You Know Nags? Nagoya’s Hidden Gems – Part 3

Feb 27, 2019 By Bert Wishart

Whether you have been here for a few weeks or know the city like the back of your hand, Nagoya...[ Click to read more ]

Must See Shrines and Temples of Nagoya

Feb 26, 2019 By Bert Wishart

Japan is served by two predominant religions: Shinto and Buddhism. Shinto is a form of ancestor worship and is the...[ Click to read more ]

Arima Onsen: Come On In, the Water’s Fine

Feb 25, 2019 By Justin Hanus

The mapmakers say Arima Onsen is a part of Kobe but it is way on the other side of Mount...[ Click to read more ]

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The Wonderful World of Yakitori – Meat on a Stick Explained

Feb 25, 2019 By Bert Wishart

Japan is famous for its food, but for some reason, 'yakitori' is rarely talked about when we consider classic local...[ Click to read more ]

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Partying Nagoya Style: Meieki’s best Izakayas

Feb 25, 2019 By Bert Wishart

When it comes to going out for drinks, in Japan, they do things a little differently than back home. Whereas...[ Click to read more ]

Aqua Net Ferry from Peace Park to Miyajima

Feb 25, 2019 By Matt Mangham

Two of the best things about Hiroshima are its rivers and its proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage Miyajima. Unfortunately,...[ Click to read more ]

TeamLab’s Digitized Hiroshima Castle

Feb 23, 2019 By Matt Mangham

teamLab (and yes, that’s the way it’s capitalized) is an artist’s collective based in Tokyo that bills itself as taking...[ Click to read more ]