Enoshima, Kanagawa’s Island Goddess
Mar 28, 2016 By Bert Wishart
Just 50 km southwest of Tokyo city center there lies an exquisite island of such natural beauty you wouldn't be surprised to find it inhabited by celestial beings. So be not surprised, because that is precisely what you will find. The island of Enoshima is the jewel in the crown in...[ Click to read more ]
Eating Organic in Tokyo
Feb 26, 2016 By Bert Wishart
As we have perhaps made abundantly clear in these pages over the years, Japan is very much a nation of foodies. I can honestly say, having visited dozens of countries around the world and having lived in five countries on four different continents, no nation that I know of is...[ Click to read more ]
Zoos of Tokyo
Feb 15, 2016 By Bert Wishart
As spring starts to raise its oh-so welcome head, it's time to abandon the confines of the indoors and embrace the glorious outside before that stifling summer heat reclaims the land. One great way to enjoy the fresh air whilst entertaining the family is to take them out to one of...[ Click to read more ]
Skiing in Japan – Spend a Weekend on the Slopes!
Jan 12, 2016 By Ray Proper
While Japan does not traditionally come to mind when you think of skiing, there are literally hundreds and hundreds of ski resorts, and many have become increasingly more well known and popular internationally. If powder, cold, and speed are what you seek, you can find it here! Hokkaido Ski Areas ...[ Click to read more ]
Thai Restaurants in Tokyo
Dec 22, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Japan is rightly lauded for being a nation of amazing food. From sashimi to sushi, from nabe to bashimi, there is so much to taste here. However, wasabe and Taiwan Ramen aside, it doesn't really do much in the way of strong, spicy flavours. Which is why, for those of you...[ Click to read more ]
Out of school activities in Tokyo
Dec 16, 2015 By Bert Wishart
If you have Japanese friends with young families, they will probably tell you about the clubs and associations that their children join - with the English school from age three, piano from four, judo from five, the list is seemingly endless. While this can seem like quite a lot for...[ Click to read more ]
JR Kanto Area Pass and Tokyo Wide Pass
Nov 17, 2015 By Bert Wishart
One of the great things about living in Japan is its frankly amazing public transport system. It is easy to forget that other countries cannot compete in this department, and become blasé and accustomed to it - I recently found myself impatiently tapping my foot at a two-minute late subway...[ Click to read more ]
Japan’s Best Onsen Towns
Oct 14, 2015 By Bert Wishart
As temperatures around the country fall, now is the perfect time to indulge in the Japanese pastime of onsen. Best described as a hot spring bathing spa, onsen is a long held tradition in Japan and the near endless supply of geothermal springs is the one positive aspect of living in a nation of constantly shifting tectonic...[ Click to read more ]
Hattori Daily Farm in Kanagawa
Oct 09, 2015 By
Since 1969 the Hattori Daily Farm in Kanagawa has raised dairy cows on green pastures not that far away from Tokyo. Hattori Farm is a bit of working dairy a bit "dude ranch" where you can come learn and even touch the many animals they raise, you can even try your hand at...[ Click to read more ]
Five Great Sushi Restaurants in Tokyo
Oct 08, 2015 By Bert Wishart
When you first arrived in Japan you were no doubt asked, possibly on a daily basis, "what Japanese food do you like?" and, knowing very little else, your reply would have likely been "sushi". Of course Japanese food is varied and wondrous, but there is no doubt that sushi is king....[ Click to read more ]
