Nagoya’s Jazz Scene is Blowing its Own Horn
Jun 30, 2022 By Bert Wishart
When you think of music in Japan, it is hard to get past the idea of uber-cute J-Pop idols, adorably non-threatening boy bands, and the bright insanity of gravity-defying-haired Visual...[ Click to read more ]
Eating Unagi in Nagoya: Hitsumabushi
Jun 26, 2022 By Ray Proper
July 23 is Unagi no hi, or Unagi day! Unagi, or barbecued freshwater eel, is readily available all over Japan. Besides sushi, this is probably my favorite Japanese food. It...[ Click to read more ]
River Deep, Mountain High – Kayak and Rafting Tours in Gifu
Apr 28, 2022 By Bert Wishart
If you ask pretty much anyone from Gifu, "What is your home prefecture like?" then there is a strong possibility that they will bring up the cleanliness of the water....[ Click to read more ]
Exploring Chita Peninsula – Family Fun in the Aichi Sun
Apr 25, 2022 By Bert Wishart
With the weather finally taking a turn for the better and the cherry blossoms dropping their flowers, it is that time of year when you might think about heading for...[ Click to read more ]
Super Bar DJs – Nagoya’s Coolest DJ Events
Mar 31, 2022 By Bert Wishart
If, like Edwin Starr, you like the sound of funky music (and that it sho nuff turns you on) then you will want to find some awesome places to check...[ Click to read more ]
All up in Your Grill – Discover Nagoya’s Teppanyaki Restaurants
Mar 31, 2022 By Bert Wishart
Teppanyaki, the style of cooking famed for its extravagant chefs slicing and dicing meat on a griddle, is believed by many to be a classic Japanese cuisine, but in fact,...[ Click to read more ]
Do I Amuse You? Japan’s Best Amusement Parks
Mar 24, 2022 By Bert Wishart
As far back as I remember, I always loved going to amusement parks, and fortunately for me, the Japanese are as crazy for rollercoasters as I am. Japan has some...[ Click to read more ]
Crafty Guys – Meet Nagoya’s Craft Beer Sensations, Tall Boys Brewing
Feb 28, 2022 By Bert Wishart
You all know the Bat Phone, right? The red telephone that Commissioner Gordon used to contact Batman, it flashed red whenever Gotham City needed help. Here at JIS Towers, we...[ Click to read more ]
Setsubun Festivals in Nagoya 2022
Jan 25, 2022 By Ray Proper
Setsubun, or "That Bean-Throwing Festival," celebrates the beginning of spring in Japan. Celebrated yearly on February 3 as part of the Spring Festival, its association with the Lunar New Year...[ Click to read more ]
Heroes on the Half Shell – Where to get in-season Oysters in Nagoya
Jan 24, 2022 By Bert Wishart
For those of us who are used to the climate control comforts of central heating, double glazing, and insulated buildings coming as standard, winter in Japan – where these are...[ Click to read more ]
