Buying a Car & Driving in Kobe
Jul 30, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Having a car gives you a great way of traveling around Japan. Although the country has a very good public transport system, this mainly serves the major cities. If you want the flexibility to travel further afield and see some of the country's spectacular countryside, it's better to do it...[ Click to read more ]
8 Most Popular Flea Markets and Shopping Areas in Kobe
Jul 27, 2018 By Justin Hanus
From intensive retail therapy to quick souvenir shopping, Kobe has a score of places where you can explore and discover great finds to take home or give away as gifts. There are some places where locals flock to on a daily basis, and others have a lot more wares to...[ Click to read more ]
8 Most Popular Beer Pubs and Breweries in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
One of the best places to visit at night are where the drinks and food are. After a long day of touring the attractions and shopping, anyone would love to unwind and take a swig of chilled beer in the company of family and friends. A sampling of finger food...[ Click to read more ]
Celebrate Bon Odori By the Kobe Seaside
Jul 25, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Bon Odori festivals are well known as an entertaining and interesting summer events across Japan, and Kobe’s seaside fest is no exception. Bon Odori, or simply Bon dances, are some of the most exciting open-air parties that Japan offers, and they’re fun for all ages! Since the Obon holiday is...[ Click to read more ]
8 Most Popular Street Food to Try in Kobe’s Chinatown
Jun 26, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Kobe’s Chinatown also widely known as Nankin-machi is one of the three Chinatowns in Japan. Its popular name comes from the words Nanjing or Nanking as Chinese immigrants are referred to as the people who come from Nanking, a city in China, regardless where in China they come from and...[ Click to read more ]
The Most Popular Temples and Shrines in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Japan is a melting pot of several religions in the East. There are religions that have immigrated from different parts of Asia and there are those that originated within the country. Some of them are still existing today and pilgrimages still take place regularly to worship their deities. Others are...[ Click to read more ]
Popular Beaches in The Kansai Region
By Justin Hanus
A lot of people love going to the beach because as they say, they need a dose of vitamin sea. Unfortunately, not a lot of countries have the best beaches and sea views that people can enjoy either by swimming or just lounging around in the sand or in comfy...[ Click to read more ]
Dive in Kobe Places to Swim this Summer
Jun 24, 2018 By Justin Hanus
With temperatures rising for the summer it can be easy to resort to staying inside as often as possible. Though the air conditioning at home might be necessary sometimes, for Kobe residents and visitors, there are a multitude of other ways to stay cool while also getting out of the...[ Click to read more ]
Japanese Classes in Kobe
May 29, 2018 By Justin Hanus
If you've recently moved to Japan, you might be thinking about learning the language to help you communicate with the locals and understand the culture. Of course, there are plenty of online courses and 'learn Japanese' book/CD packages but there's nothing like a bit of face-to-face learning in a local...[ Click to read more ]
The Best Parks in Kobe
May 23, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Kobe is not short of green spaces offering residents and tourists the chance to get out and soak up the great outdoors. Whether you're a sports enthusiast looking for somewhere to play or just after a nice setting for an ambient stroll, the city has a good mix of everything...[ Click to read more ]
