Great Places for a Date in Kumamoto
May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Kumamoto has many romantic spots that are ideal for a date. Whether you’re looking for places to spend the weekend together or want somewhere you can go for a few hours after work, you have some great options. Suizenji Jojuen Garden A highlight of Kumamoto for tourists and a romantic...[ Click to read more ]
Chilling and Grilling In Tokyo
Apr 28, 2023 By Michael Stigall
It's almost time for grilling. Grilling in Japan isn't the same as back home, but it gets the job done. Just some good weather, a barbecue, and some lovely refreshments are all I need to make my weekend complete. That said, I firmly believe that the best barbecue is the...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Best Ice Cream Shops
Apr 27, 2023 By Michael Stigall
Spring is upon us. It is one of the best times of the year since it is neither too hot nor too cold, but it often leaves me feeling uneasy as it means we are only a short time away from the usually hot and humid Japanese summer. There are...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Food and Delivery Apps
Mar 28, 2023 By Michael Stigall
We've all noticed that Tokyo has a surplus of delivery persons riding around the metropolis on bicycles, but have you ever wondered what they were delivering? Being Japan, it's most often food in those carry cases. With all the dining options from fine dining to alleyway ramen, you may be...[ Click to read more ]
The Best Restaurants in Shiga
Mar 27, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Although it's less well known than some other prefectures in Kansai, there's plenty in Shiga to make it a top tourist destination. In addition to the massive Lake Biwa, it has a greater percentage of national parks than any other prefecture in the country. It is home to Hikone Castle,...[ Click to read more ]
Popular Kansai Street Food
By Justin Hanus
Japan isn’t quite as renowned for its street food culture as countries such as Thailand or Vietnam, but it’s been steadily growing in popularity. You can find kiosks selling warm food and snacks in towns and cities nationwide. Kansai has its own unique twist on street food staples, with Osaka,...[ Click to read more ]
Seeking Nagoya’s Sushi
Mar 15, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Think 'Japanese food,' and your mind automatically goes to sushi, right? It is the food that typifies the nation and is the first thing most people want to eat when they come to Japan. Nagoya isn't known for sushi, but having the second-largest fish market in Japan, it should come...[ Click to read more ]
Beginner’s Guide to Sushi
Mar 10, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Think of Japan, and you think of sushi. It's as simple as that. Or is it? Because there is a whole world of sushi that you quite probably don't know about. For a start, did you know that it originally came from near present-day Vietnam? Or that it was intended...[ Click to read more ]
Making Gyudon at Home!
Mar 02, 2023 By Ray Proper
Live in Japan for any longer than about a day, and you will run smack into Yoshinoya or some other variety of gyudon, probably best described as simmered beef served on top of steamed rice. If you discount Curry Rice, it is perhaps Japan's most popular fast food. I guarantee...[ Click to read more ]
It’s Time to Rel-Axe at Nagoya’s Axe Throwing Bar
Feb 27, 2023 By Bert Wishart
You know how it goes: you're up to your eyeballs in work, the boss has been riding you, the kids won't do what they're told, and this morning the cat mistook your slippers for a litter tray. But at least it's finally Friday, and you've got a chance to unwind...[ Click to read more ]
