International Supermarkets in Nagoya
Aug 30, 2022 By Bert Wishart
Japanese food is famous, and we are perhaps lucky to live in a country in which the cuisine holds such high regard. Even with such a wealth of good food here, sometimes you crave "tastes like home." Fortunately, if you are jonesing for a particular food or drink (or, often,...[ Click to read more ]
Sampling Organic Farm-Fresh Produce in Kumamoto
Jul 25, 2022 By Justin Hanus
South of Mount Aso is a town in Kumamoto called Yamato. Although it’s relatively unknown as a tourist destination, it’s the perfect spot for organic farming due to the minerals from volcanic ash in the soil and water and the cool climate. The organic farming trend in Yamato began more...[ Click to read more ]
The Most Delicious Treats from Wakayama
By Justin Hanus
If you like to choose destinations to visit based on new foods to try, Wakayama should be near the top of your list, especially if you have a sweet tooth. The impressive number of sweet treats on offer is due to the mild climate (which is conducive to growing a...[ Click to read more ]
Museum of Yebisu Beer
By Michael Stigall
Yebisu Beer has a long and storied history beginning in 1887 when the Japan Beer Brewery Company cleared an area of farmland to build a brewery. At this new modern brewery, they would use German methods to create their new premium beer, Yebisu. In time the area came to be...[ Click to read more ]
The Vend of The World – Explore Nagoya’s Eclectic Vending Machines
Jun 30, 2022 By Bert Wishart
Is there a more convenient country in the world than Japan? The trains run so fast they’re named after bullets, package redelivery can be arranged anytime, and there is an (appropriately named) convenience store on seemingly every corner. But most obviously, the sheer ubiquity of the vending machine makes this...[ Click to read more ]
Nagoya’s Jazz Scene is Blowing its Own Horn
By Bert Wishart
When you think of music in Japan, it is hard to get past the idea of uber-cute J-Pop idols, adorably non-threatening boy bands, and the bright insanity of gravity-defying-haired Visual Kei bands. However, scratch past that (admittedly voluminous and ubiquitous) surface, and you will find that Nagoya has a varied...[ Click to read more ]
Navigating Everything on Offer at Osaka Kizu Wholesale Market
Jun 28, 2022 By Justin Hanus
Whether you want a meal made with the freshest fish you can find, are searching for souvenirs, or want to experience a traditional Japanese market, Kizu Wholesale Market in Osaka is the place to go. It opens at 5:00 a.m. every day, but if you want to steer clear of...[ Click to read more ]
The Top Local Dishes in Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
Kumamoto is known for its diverse cuisine. As well as Japanese food, you can find restaurants in Kumamoto serving food from all over the world, including from China, India, Korea, and Turkey. During your time in Kumamoto, don’t neglect to try some of the local dishes, though. There are a...[ Click to read more ]
Eating Unagi in Nagoya: Hitsumabushi
Jun 26, 2022 By Ray Proper
July 23 is Unagi no hi, or Unagi day! Unagi, or barbecued freshwater eel, is readily available all over Japan. Besides sushi, this is probably my favorite Japanese food. It can be a fantastic meal if you get a perfect place that selects its eel well and grills it over...[ 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 per capita than anywhere else in Japan. Seafood restaurants are also in abundance in the city, and you can find a diverse array of international eateries, too, ensuring that there's...[ Click to read more ]
