Really Seeing The Sights: Observation Decks Around Nagoya
Feb 21, 2020 By Bert Wishart
Whether you love or loathe the hustle and bustle of the big city, there are no two ways about it: Nagoya is a fantastic place. There is so much going on and so much to take in. It is a mass of contradictions and a fascinating hodge-podge of contrasting traditional...[ Click to read more ]
Watching Sumo matches in Jungyo Exhibition Tour
Feb 10, 2020 By Admin
Watching sumo is one of the most authentic attractions in Japan. The annual grand tournaments are held only in odd months; January, May, and September in Tokyo, March in Osaka, July in Nagoya, and November in Fukuoka. You don't want to miss the tournament matches if you happen to be...[ Click to read more ]
A Blooming Great Valentine’s Day – Where, and How, to Buy Flowers in Nagoya
Jan 31, 2020 By Bert Wishart
Continuing a tradition that goes back to the time that St Valentine wondered what to get Cupid as a thank you for all his hard work spreading the love*, for many couples Valentine's Day is about giving and receiving flowers. Back home, this can be fraught with difficulty if you...[ Click to read more ]
Feasting on Fugu – Where to Eat Blowfish in Aichi
By Bert Wishart
You've probably seen that classic episode of The Simpsons where Homer goes to a Japanese restaurant and eats fugu, a pufferfish equally famed for its sublime, delicate flavor, and that if the wrong part of this fish is consumed it can be deadly. While it is true that the intestines,...[ Click to read more ]
Chocs Away! Where to Buy Valentine’s Chocolate in Nagoya
Jan 30, 2020 By Bert Wishart
Valentine's Day is nearly upon us, and in Japan, that means just one thing: chocolate. Now, everyone knows that here in Japan, we do things a little differently, namely that on February 14, women are the chocolate givers, whether it be a heartfelt indication of love for their chosen partner,...[ Click to read more ]
The Way of Tea – Japanese Tea Ceremony in Nagoya
By Bert Wishart
Also referred to as the Way of Tea, the Japanese tea ceremony elevates the preparation and presentation of 'macha,' or powdered green tea, to a ceremonial activity of great cultural significance. In the tea ceremony or chanoyu, sadō, or chadō in Japanese, matcha is skillfully and elegantly prepared for guests...[ Click to read more ]
A Big Part of Nagoya’s Community: Small World
Dec 28, 2019 By Bert Wishart
One of the hardest things when coming to a new country is not only getting to know people but also knowing where to find them. Yes, we can meet people at work, or we can head to bars or coffee shops, but finding people who share our interests - or...[ Click to read more ]
Soothe Yourself With a Soak in a Super Sento in Nagoya This Winter
Dec 26, 2019 By Bert Wishart
One thing that many people love to do when they come to Japan is to enjoy onsen, the volcanic hot springs that pop up all over the country. It is an intrinsic part of the Japanese culture to partake in these communal baths, and no trip to the country is...[ Click to read more ]
Diamond Magic – Witness The Diamond Fuji Phenomenon
By Bert Wishart
Diamond Fuji is a twice annually occurring phenomenon during which the sunrise and sunset align perfectly with Mount Fuji’s summit, looking for all the world like a bright shining jewel placed atop the nation’s crown. There are many great places from which you can witness this startling sunset just a...[ Click to read more ]
Cultural Kawabun – Exploring Japanese Culture at Nagoya’s Oldest Restaurant
By Bert Wishart
Japan has a rich and long artistic heritage, something that many people travel from all over the globe to see. For the most part, they go to Kyoto and Tokyo to see the best-known events, but did you know that here in Nagoya, you can get up close and personal...[ Click to read more ]
