Food Allergies in Japan
Jan 23, 2017 By
Dealing with food allergies can be a hassle anywhere, but it can be especially worrisome when trying to find something safe to eat in a foreign country. Here are some tips for what to ask when you're eating out and what to look for when cooking meals on your own....[ 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 ]
Tokyo Auto Salon 2017
Dec 28, 2016 By
Not being a speed demon myself it is hard to relate to the fast and furious aesthetic, but I definitely see it on the streets of Tokyo; for better or worse! If that is your thing, you are in the right place for it, and this is your event! The Tokyo...[ Click to read more ]
Ice Skating Around Aichi and Nagoya
Dec 27, 2016 By Bert Wishart
When it comes to winter sports, Japan is a little bit ice crazy. Hosting the Winter Olympics in 1964 (Sapporo) and most recently in 1998 (Nagano) has helped fuel a love for all things snow related. Although Nagoya may not be a winter wonderland like Sapporo or Nagano, however that doesn't mean...[ Click to read more ]
Getting Theatrical at Nagoya’s Kabuki Cafe
By Bert Wishart
When one thinks of Japanese high art, alongside haiku, ukiyo-e, and the movies of Yasujiro Ozu, kabuki is most probably one of the first mediums to come to mind. However, much like the plays of Shakespeare, that some 9,000km away were beginning to gain popularity at around the same time, Kabuki, the...[ Click to read more ]
A ‘Pizza’ the action – Authentic Italian Pizza in Nagoya
By Bert Wishart
While Japan is well known for its glorious food, no matter how much you love sushi, tempura, or shabushabu, there is a good chance that you will find yourself craving food from back home. For me, it’s pizza. I’m totally hooked on the circular discs of cheesy joy. Fortunately there...[ 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 ]
Take an Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto
Dec 21, 2016 By Justin Hanus
One of the most memorable and exciting aspects of traveling or living among a different culture is exploring the cuisine. While going to an authentic restaurant may be enough to get your foodie fix, sometimes the most excitement and delight comes from the challenge of preparing the dish on your...[ Click to read more ]
New Year’s Celebrations in Osaka: Ring in the Good Luck 2017
By Justin Hanus
Winter fun seeking in Osaka is an invigorating blend of the traditional and the modern. Consider the age-old practice of pounding rice to usher in the Japanese New Year. Foods made from mochi, the sticky paste that is molded into rice cakes, are considered a "Food for the Gods" and...[ Click to read more ]