Popular Landmarks and Buildings in Kobe
Sep 27, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Kobe isn’t one of Japan’s most major cities – indeed, Osaka and Kyoto are more well-known in the Kansai region – but it is steeped in a fair amount of history and boasts a number of identifiable landmarks. Opened to foreign trade over 150 years ago, it’s a city with...[ Click to read more ]
Halloween in Kansai
Sep 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Halloween has grown in popularity in Japan in the 21st century ever since Tokyo Disneyland hosted a big Halloween party in 2000. Nowadays, you can find themed events both big and small up and down the country. Halloween in Japan is a tad different from what you might expect in...[ Click to read more ]
How to Experience Kansai Without a Yen in Your Pocket
By Justin Hanus
The Kansai region has many great attractions well-known across Japan. However, these often come at a price and you can soon rack up the yen if you want to make the most of things. Fortunately, there is also plenty of free and low-cost fun stuff that can be ideal if...[ Click to read more ]
Learning Japanese in Kansai
Aug 28, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Learning the language can be the quickest way to integrate into the culture when you move to a new country. Japanese can be challenging as it involves learning a new writing system, however it can also be fun and there many places to learn, ranging from university courses to friendly...[ Click to read more ]
How to Reach Kobe from Kansai Airport
Jul 29, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Although Kobe has its own airport, it is just for domestic flights. If you’re flying in from abroad, your closest option is Kansai International Airport. Luckily, you have a variety of options to get to Kobe, with journey times ranging from less than one hour to just over two hours....[ Click to read more ]
Bike & Scooter Rental in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Cycling is a popular, affordable and eco-friendly way of traveling around Japanese cities. There are many cycle paths and routes as well as dedicated lanes on busy roads. Recent years have seen a boom in modern e-bikes and e-scooters that can now be seen alongside the more traditional city bikes,...[ Click to read more ]
Renting a Car in Kobe
Jun 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Renting a car in Kobe is a useful alternative to buying or importing a vehicle if living in or moving to the city. Although Kobe has a great public transport system, having a car gives you more scope to explore the city’s many attractions without having to worry about vehicle...[ Click to read more ]
Best Sushi Restaurants in Kobe
By Justin Hanus
Kobe is a city best known for its prime Wagyu beef. However, cuisine doesn’t stop there. Diners looking for fine sushi options can find plenty of eateries to pick from across the city. Here’s a selection of great places to try. Sushi Kissui The go-to place for high quality sushi...[ Click to read more ]
Buying a Property in Kansai
May 31, 2024 By Justin Hanus
If you’re planning the big move to Japan, you may have your heart set on buying your own place rather than renting a home. Kansai has some great properties to buy in places like Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe. However, the Japanese home-buying process might be a bit different from what...[ Click to read more ]
New Spots to Visit Around Kansai
Apr 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
The pandemic shut down everything in Japan for a while, but Kansai has now bounced back with a number of new attractions. This makes right now a great time to rediscover Osaka, Kobe, Kyoto, and Nara. 1. Super Nintendo World The latest addition to Universal Studios Japan is Super Nintendo...[ Click to read more ]
