Outdoor Swimming Pools in Nagoya
Jun 30, 2016 By Bert Wishart
This summer, as the heat starts to rise and perhaps the kids start complaining of nothing to do in the holidays, what could be better than heading out and getting into the pool? All around Nagoya, between July 20th and August 31st, there are outdoor public swimming pools, meaning you can...[ Click to read more ]
Aichi Beach Events, 2016
May 22, 2016 By Bert Wishart
Its getting to that time of year again when the thermostat starts to rise and thoughts of beaches spring to minds. Although Aichi isn’t necessarily famed for its beaches, there are plenty of nice places at which you and the family can play in the sea and catch a few...[ Click to read more ]
J League Soccer is Back!
Mar 28, 2016 By Bert Wishart
While sumo and baseball are the undoubted kings of Japanese sport, there is mounting evidence to say that, amongst the younger generations, soccer (サッカー) is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with. With the international women's teams winning the World cup in 2011 and finishing runners up in 2015,...[ Click to read more ]
Feel the Rhythm – Dance Classes and Groups in Nagoya
Jan 26, 2016 By Bert Wishart
Which is the best lord? Lord of the Flies? Lord of the Rings? Or Lord of the Dance? Silly question, I know, because it is obviously dance. There is nothing quite like putting on your dancing shoes and strutting your stuff, is there? Even if, like me, you have very little...[ Click to read more ]
Sapporo Snow Festival 2016
Jan 20, 2016 By Bert Wishart
If you crave the wintery beauty of ice and snow, you might be interested in the Sapporo Snow Festival, where snow is not in short supply, at least partially thanks to organizers having it shipped in by the truckload. What is the Sapporo Snow Festival? One of Japan's most popular...[ 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 ]
F.C. Tokyo: A Rags to Soccer Riches Story
Apr 13, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Japan is a nation that thrives on its sporting endeavors, and while it may be baseball that grabs most of the headlines, soccer is not far behind as the second biggest team sport in popularity. In March the new J League season kicked off to much fanfare, and the citizens of...[ Click to read more ]
Ice Hockey in Nagoya
Apr 02, 2015 By Ray Proper
Did you know there are at least 5 ice hockey teams in and around Nagoya? From children’s to adult teams, there is no reason to go without just because you live in Japan! You can find the list of rinks and the team affiliations below. [spacer height="1px"] Osu Skate Center Downtown...[ Click to read more ]
HSBC Sevens World Series Tokyo Sevens
Mar 13, 2015 By
Rugby sevens is a variation of the standard rugby union in which teams are made up of seven players, instead of the usual 15, competing in shorter matches generally during summer months. Sevens is popular with professional and amateur players throughout the world. Besides the many multi-sport events where games are...[ Click to read more ]
