Yakiniku in Nagoya
May 28, 2020 By Bert Wishart
When you think of yakiniku, you probably can't help but think of strips of sumptuous, marbled wagyu beef sizzling on a grill, surrounded by salarymen in some high rise Ginza restaurant, right? It's as Japanese as it comes, isn't it? Wrong. Actually yakiniku [literally, grilled meat] comes from Korea, and...[ Click to read more ]
Mr. Kanso Canned Food Bar in Nagoya, Exactly What it Says on the Tin
By Bert Wishart
There are many weird and wonderful experiences that we can have during our stays in Japan, but no trip is complete without a night at a concept bar. Perhaps the best known of these is the Robot cafe in Tokyo or the prison-theme bars. When it comes to Japanese 'otaku'...[ Click to read more ]
Making Hiroshima Style Okonomiyaki
By Hugh Cann
Okonomiyaki (o-konomi-yaki) is most easily described as a Japanese savory pancake made from a variety of ingredients that includes shredded cabbage, flour, and yam based batter, meat (generally fresh pork belly) and seafood. The name comes from the word okonomi, meaning "how you like" or "what you like", and yaki...[ Click to read more ]
Your Nagoya Community Needs You!
Apr 30, 2020 By Bert Wishart
Whether lockdown-induced boredom, sick to the back teeth with work from home 'colleagues,' or having already watched so much NETFLIX that there is nothing left but Adam Sandler movies, we are all suffering to some extent at the hands of the COVID-19. Perhaps those hardest hit in Nagoya's expat community...[ Click to read more ]
The Best Burgers in Tokyo
By Jason Gatewood
This list is not exhaustive; the sheer size and amount of places opening, closing, and existing in Greater Tokyo demands an army of greasy, cheesy, burger-loving writers to file addendums weekly to keep the list accurate. With all that on offer, I can only humbly offer my own opinion of...[ Click to read more ]
Restaurants That Deliver in Kobe
Apr 20, 2020 By Justin Hanus
Even for people who like cooking, it’s tiring to prepare your own meals day after day. Luckily, there are plenty of restaurants that deliver throughout Kobe, allowing you to enjoy your favorite dishes without venturing outside. Colore You can bring the famous Kobe beef straight to your door by ordering...[ Click to read more ]
Best Picnic Spots in Tokyo
Mar 28, 2020 By Jason Gatewood
With the weather becoming a lot nicer, many people are ready to get out and enjoy the warm weather, and having a picnic is an excellent and cheap way to get out into the city and enjoy it. I know a few places from small squares to riverside glens that...[ Click to read more ]
Best Places to Eat Kaiseki in Kobe
Mar 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
Kobe may be famous for its beef, but the city is a culinary center. While you’re in Kobe, you should consider having a kaiseki dining experience. What Is Kaiseki? Kaiseki is a traditional style of dinner in Japan consisting of multiple courses. Initially, you would only find these meals in...[ Click to read more ]
Where to Find the Best Beers in Kansai
By Justin Hanus
Kansai is a well-known region of Japan for cuisine. What's not so widely known is that the area is also a hotbed for beer. One of the best known Japanese beers – Suntory – comes from Kansai, but there are many fine lesser-known brews that beer connoisseurs should know. Since...[ Click to read more ]
Kintaikyo Bridge and Iwakuni Castle: Hiroshima Day Trips
Mar 04, 2020 By Hugh Cann
If you are looking for a famous sightseeing opportunity near Hiroshima with beautiful scenery, then look no further than Iwakuni in Yamaguchi Prefecture, an easy day trip away. It has something to suit everyone, historic wooden engineering, to a castle museum, to lucky white snakes and ice cream of every...[ Click to read more ]
