All Aboard the Sushi Train in Hiroshima!
Feb 20, 2017 By Jade Brischke
Ah, sushi! Nothing says Japan more than these tasty morsels of fish on rice. High quality sushi may be out of the average person's (or family's) price range but that doesn't mean you should miss out. The solution: kaitenzushi or what we Westerners often refer to as sushi train or...[ Click to read more ]
Making ‘Memories’ in Hiroshima at Memories Live House
Feb 14, 2017 By Jade Brischke
If you're a child of the 50s or 60s or you just like the music, fashion and decor of that time, then a night out at 'Memories,' in Hiroshima is just the thing for you. Located in a basement, it's in the building next to Hiroshima Higashi Police Station on Chuo-Dori...[ Click to read more ]
Getting Into the Spirit of Hiroshima’s Oyster Season
Jan 17, 2017 By Justin Hanus
As New Year’s well wishes fade from conversations across Japan, an unspoken but equally cheerful sentiment permeates the atmosphere of Hiroshima Prefecture: “Happy Oyster Season!” Echoes of this can of course be heard and tasted year around in the prefecture, but the abundance and quality of oysters harvested in the...[ Click to read more ]
Countryside Hospitality Just a Drive Away from Hiroshima
Dec 26, 2016 By Jade Brischke
Until this year I had never heard of Ohnan Town and even now when I mention the name to local Japanese people I'm often met with blank looks or a shake of the head to say they've never heard of it. It's true; it's a very small place, but I guarantee...[ Click to read more ]
In Hiroshima, Owl you Need is Coffee!
Dec 22, 2016 By Jade Brischke
If you’ve exhausted all the cat cafes in Hiroshima and you’re looking for something new, why not head to the owl café, Owl de Base instead? Located one street back from Hondori and just around the corner from Parco, it’s located on the fourth floor and can be a little...[ Click to read more ]
Hungry in Hiroshima?
Oct 21, 2016 By Jade Brischke
Feeling hungry? Well look no further than the annual Hiroshima Food Festival. It’s held every year in October and with hundreds of yatai, or stalls, there’s sure to be something for everyone. Located in both Chuo-koen (Central Park) and the Hiroshima Castle grounds in downtown Hiroshima it’s the perfect opportunity to...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima From a New Perspective: The Orizuru Tower
Oct 20, 2016 By Jade Brischke
Tokyo has Tokyo Tower and the popular Skytree, Osaka has the Umeda Sky Building but what about Hiroshima? Say hello to the newly opened Orizuru Tower! Owned by Hiroshima Mazda Co., the main attraction of the 13-story building is the observation deck at the top. Refurbished and redesigned by the Hiroshima-based...[ Click to read more ]
SUNMALL: The essential Hiroshima Shopping Experience
Sep 14, 2016 By Jade Brischke
SUNMALL… oh where to begin with this gem of a place located right in Hondori, in downtown Hiroshima. SUNMALL is best described as five levels of some of the most diverse, quirky and interesting shops that Hiroshima has to offer. No matter what your tastes are, you are sure to...[ Click to read more ]
Warm up with Japanese Curry in Hiroshima
By Jade Brischke
As the weather gets cooler, we’re all familiar with wanting something to make us nice and warm both inside and out. Clothing from places like Uniqlo cover the ‘outer’ (and the ‘under’, so to speak!) but the inside needs something in the form of food, and curry is the perfect...[ Click to read more ]
TeamLab Event in Hiroshima for the Young and the Young at Heart
Jul 25, 2016 By Jade Brischke
Summer vacation can be a difficult time for parents, especially when their children utter that dreaded phrase, “I’m bored!” Never fear! This summer there is plenty to do in Hiroshima and the interactive exhibition by the creative people at teamLab will no doubt keep both children and adults alike entertained...[ Click to read more ]
