Enkai Etiquette; Office Party Do’s and Don’ts
Nov 27, 2018 By Bert Wishart
Starting work in a new office can be pretty stressful. Each office can have its own particular rules and culture, and this is particularly true when in a new country. While some things remain the same, there can be vast differences between the way things were back home to how...[ Click to read more ]
Ise’s Oyster Eating Extravaganza in Mie
Nov 26, 2018 By Bert Wishart
In much of the world, oysters are considered something of a delicacy. They are an aphrodisiac, they are rare, and thanks to their high price they are often considered the preserve of the wealthy, up there with champagne, caviar, and yacht clubs. However, in Mie Prefecture this is not the case...[ Click to read more ]
Best Places for Cheesecake in Kobe
Nov 19, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Kobe is most famous for its beef, but it’s second most famous for its desserts. The top dessert of all is cheesecake. Kobe cheesecake is unlike anything you’ve tried before; plus, every restaurant, café, and bakery has its own recipe. A few places stand out as being the very best....[ Click to read more ]
Christmas Dining in Kobe 2018
By Justin Hanus
With Christmas fast approaching, one thing sure to be on everyone's mind is the good old Christmas dining experience. Kobe has a few restaurants that cater for its growing expat population with seasonal menus on offer. Whether you're looking for a full festive party atmosphere or a quiet meal for...[ Click to read more ]
Nagoya’s Expat Bars
Oct 15, 2018 By Bert Wishart
While coming to Japan is all very exciting, and it's interesting meeting new people and going on new adventures, sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name. Heck, sometimes you just wanna go where they know how to pronounce your name correctly. Hence the draw of the ex-pat bar....[ Click to read more ]
Organic Supermarkets in Osaka
By Admin
Japan doesn't have Whole Foods, but we do have other organic food stores. If you are seeking organic or natural foods in Osaka, try one of the options below! Natural House Organic vegetables, fresh foods, wine and beers, vegetable ice cream, supplements, cosmetics, etc. www.naturalhouse.co.jp/shops Telephone: 06-6485-7895 Address: Umekita Hiroba...[ Click to read more ]
Popular All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants in Kobe
Sep 27, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Food is always a part of traveling and venturing into new places. Even if you don’t love to eat much, trying out something new when you visit is a way to learn about where you are. For those who like to try whatever a new place has to offer, eating...[ Click to read more ]
Popular Animal Cafes in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Themed cafes have been a huge hit in Japan these past few years. The themes include movies, cartoons, and just about anything else an owner could be a fan of. One of the most popular themes, though, is the animal café. These are more like petting zoos than cafés —...[ Click to read more ]
The Shibuya Stream Complex
By Jason Gatewood
With its constant stream of people, iconic street crossing, and of course one of the most recognizable canine mascots in the world, Tokyo’s Shibuya district is known worldwide, if not always by name, it arguably best matches the foreign idea of Tokyo. Currently, in the middle of an ambitious building...[ Click to read more ]
Saijo Sake Festival in Higashi Hiroshima
By Matt Mangham
In early October of every year, Hiroshima Prefecture’s Saijo town (part of Higashi-Hiroshima) lets its hair down for a massive, two-day block party. One of Japan’s three premier sake-brewing locales, Saijo is proud of its history. About thirty kilometers east of Hiroshima City, the town’s brewing industry claims roots reaching...[ Click to read more ]
