Best Beaches in Kansai
May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus
With temperatures on the thermometer rising, heading down to a nearby beach to cool off and relax becomes more enticing. If you live in the Kansai region of Japan, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to nice beach spots within a drive of an hour or two. From...[ Click to read more ]
Exploring the Sacred Mountains of Kansai
Apr 28, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Mountains are sacred places in many cultures for reasons ranging from the inspirational views from the summits and their impressive heights (which are said to reach the heavens) to the fact they are often a source of water and, therefore, life. Japan has several sacred mountains, three of which are...[ Click to read more ]
Summer Days Out in Hiroshima
Apr 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus
With the warm summer months nearly upon us, what better time to turn our attention to some of the glorious outdoor activities in Hiroshima? Whether you're after a relaxing time soaking up the sun's rays or fancy something that will get the blood flowing, the prefecture has many fun days...[ Click to read more ]
The Top Places to Visit in Onomichi in Hiroshima
By Justin Hanus
The port town of Onomichi in Hiroshima prefecture may be small, but it's packed with things to do. Although it's ideal for walking around and discovering little gems, it's even better if you know where some of the top places to visit are before you go. Temple Walk The main...[ Click to read more ]
Exploring the Amakusa Islands Near Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
Around 60 kilometers from Kumamoto City is a group of unique islands called Amakusa. There are two main islands (Shimoshima and Ueshima) and hundreds of smaller ones. Isolated from the rest of Kyushu, a sizeable Christian population lives here, whose ancestors were converted by missionaries shortly before the religion was...[ Click to read more ]
Summer Days Out in Kumamoto
By Justin Hanus
Located in the center of the southern Kyushu island of Japan, Kumamoto is known for its gorgeous scenery. There is certainly no shortage of fantastic days out during the summer months here, from picturesque hikes to relaxing boat trips to festival fun. Much has been written about famed attractions such...[ Click to read more ]
Top Five Parks Near Nagoya
Apr 17, 2023 By Ray Proper
A list of the top 100 Japanese city parks was compiled by the Japan Green Parks Institute in 1989, and on that list, you can find five parks in Aichi Prefecture, all within a reasonable distance from Nagoya City itself. If you are looking for a great day trip for...[ Click to read more ]
Must-See Historical Sites in Hiroshima
Mar 27, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Hiroshima is a city full of history. Although the atomic bomb destroyed many places, several landmarks were rebuilt, new ones were constructed to commemorate the events, and some ancient sites still stand. During your time in the city, there are a few places, in particular, you must make sure you...[ Click to read more ]
The Best Thermal Spas in Kumamoto
Mar 24, 2023 By Justin Hanus
The island of Kyushu is known for having many active volcanoes. This means it’s an excellent spot for thermal spas, called onsen. There are many to choose from throughout Kumamoto prefecture, but some stand out as the best. 1. Yulax For an onsen within Kumamoto city, a top choice is...[ Click to read more ]
Why Visit Suizenji Park in Kumamoto?
By Justin Hanus
One of Kumamoto's most popular tourist spots is Suizenji Park, best known for its gardens. Strolling along the paths, over the two stone bridges, and past the ponds filled with colorful carp is the perfect way to spend a few hours. The History of the Park The construction of Suizenji...[ Click to read more ]
