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 ]
Watching the Rugby World Cup in Tokyo
Sep 11, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Whether you are a dyed in the wool 'egg chaser', or totally new to the sport, now is the time to get really interested in rugby. With origins going as far back as ancient Greece, it gained popularity and codification in Victorian era Britain, and is enjoyed all over the globe....[ Click to read more ]
Martial Arts Lessons in English: Tokyo
Aug 13, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Whether you are a total beginner or a high ranking expert, there is something extremely special about learning a martial art in the nation of inception. As well as providing you with the skills necessary to progress in the sport, it also gives an invaluable insight into the background, culture...[ Click to read more ]
Music Lessons in English in Tokyo
Jul 15, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Learning a musical instrument can be difficult enough - something to which the out of tune guitar that sits in the corner of my living room can attest. However, it is made infinitely more difficult to do so in a language in which you aren’t fluent. But just because you are...[ Click to read more ]
BBQ Beer Gardens in Tokyo
By Bert Wishart
In summer, is there anything better than sipping on an ice cold beer as the city temperature rises? Well yes, actually there is. And that is digging into a freshly grilled piece of meat that perfectly accompanies your frosty glass. There are of course many beer gardens across the city right...[ Click to read more ]
