Nagoya, It’s Sweet Enough – Uirō, Nagoya’s Tasty Dessert
Jul 31, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Nagoya meshi [cuisine] is known for its rambunctious flavors, typified Taiwan Ramen, ankake pasta, and by the red miso that is slathered all over pretty much everything. However, when it comes to desserts, things get a little bit more refined, particularly in the case of uirō. Pronounced as "wee-roh," uirō is...[ Click to read more ]
Nightlife in Hiroshima
Jul 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus
There’s plenty to do after hours in Hiroshima if you fancy letting your hair down. If you don’t feel like winding down right after your evening meal, check out the city’s clubs and late-night bars, which offer diverse, fun atmospheres. Nagarekawa Street Located just 10 minutes from Hiroshima station, Nagarekawa...[ Click to read more ]
Live Music Venues in Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
Kumamoto is the live music hub of the Kyushu region in Japan. While it doesn't have the same reputation for live bands as Tokyo or Osaka, it boasts a few lovely little venues that showcase everything from in-house bands to out-of-town rock and rollers. If you're looking for a gig...[ Click to read more ]
Breweries in Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
One of the most thriving areas of Japan's Kyushu region, Kumamoto has a strong history of alcohol production. Not just in the nation's favorite tipple of sake but also in another national beverage of shochu, not to mention craft beer producers that have emerged in recent years. You can find...[ Click to read more ]
Vegan Dining in Tokyo
Jun 27, 2023 By Michael Stigall
Choices for dining out in Tokyo are nearly limitless. You can eat your way around the world and dine on almost anything humans consider edible (even the most questionable) here in Japan's capital. One type of cuisine that has seen a recent boom is vegetarian and vegan food. Although many...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Best Breakfast Spots
By Michael Stigall
It has been ten years since Japanese cuisine was added to UNESCO's intangible heritage list in 2013. This designation means that Japanese cuisine is something unique in the world, not found anywhere else. And it is pretty great. I could and often do eat my fill of Japanese food, but...[ Click to read more ]
Getting To Know You: Nagoya Port
Jun 25, 2023 By Bert Wishart
To the south of the city, Nagoya's port is one of Japan's busiest, servicing the country's central region of Japan, the hotbed of the nation's automotive industry. And I know what you're thinking: that doesn't exactly sound like a fun day out, right? And you would have been mostly right...[ Click to read more ]
Whisky, the King of Japanese Liquors
May 30, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Whether it be a post-work drinking party with coworkers, a cold glass of red wine at home with friends, or a stress-reducing can of highball on the train home, Japan enjoys a tipple; of that, there can be no doubt. But what is Japan's king of booze? The traditionalist may...[ Click to read more ]
Midtown BBQ – Japan’s Best Barbecue Expands to Tokyo
By Michael Stigall
If you’re as mad about steaks and barbecue as we are here at Japan Info Swap, then you’ll already know Midtown BBQ pretty well, especially if you live in Nagoya or Yokohama. But what if you’re one of those Kanto residents who doesn’t live particularly close to Kannai Station? As...[ Click to read more ]
Street Food in Hiroshima
May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Japan is one of the world's best locations for food, home to more Michelin-star restaurants than any country except France. One of the great things about Japanese food is that each part of the country has its twist on the culinary delights. Hiroshima has many local specialties, including street food...[ Click to read more ]
