Calling 119 for Emergency Assistance in Japan
Jan 20, 2022 By Ray Proper
Dial 119 for the fire department or medical services Dial 110 for police 119 in Japan is a direct-dial-free emergency number that connects the caller to fire and emergency medical...[ Click to read more ]
Winter Fun In and Around Hiroshima
Dec 27, 2021 By Michael Stigall
Wintertime in Hiroshima means many things to many people. To some people, it means oysters, mikan, and nihonshu. These are great winter indulgences, but they are for a different article....[ Click to read more ]
Import Stores in Hiroshima: Your Home Away From Home
Dec 27, 2021 By Michael Stigall
People who come to Japan can be divided into three types when it comes to food. The first type is a person who continues to eat a typical Western diet....[ Click to read more ]
Tondo Festivals in Hiroshima in 2022
Dec 27, 2021 By Michael Stigall
Once you get through the usual New Year's activities, there is one last thing to enjoy called the Tondo festival. The Tondo festival is part of 'Koshagatsu,' marking the traditional...[ Click to read more ]
Falling for Shukkeien Garden: Autumn in Hiroshima City
Nov 30, 2021 By Michael Stigall
If you haven’t been to Shukkeien Garden in central Hiroshima City, now is your best chance. Although beautiful in any season, the night autumn foliage illumination running from November 19th...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima From a New Perspective: The Orizuru Tower
Nov 30, 2021 By Michael Stigall
Tokyo has Tokyo Tower and the popular Skytree, Osaka has the Umeda Sky Building but what about Hiroshima? Where can you go to get a bird’s eye view of the city?...[ Click to read more ]
Under the Sea at Miyajima Aquarium in Hiroshima
Oct 28, 2021 By Michael Stigall
Hiroshima is famous for having access to both the mountains and the ocean. As a result of this prime location, the city has bountiful food, sights, and attractions that reflect...[ Click to read more ]
Talk to the Animals at Asa Zoo in Hiroshima
Oct 28, 2021 By Michael Stigall
As summer turns to autumn, the idea of spending some time outdoors comes to mind as the temperature has finally reached a tolerable level and the fall leaves bring a...[ Click to read more ]
Koyo, or Fall Colors in Hiroshima
Oct 15, 2021 By Bert Wishart
The Japanese are proud of the four distinct seasons that Japan offers and is very conscious of changing the seasons around them. They often celebrate little, or not so little,...[ Click to read more ]
PASPY vs ICOCA: IC Cards in Hiroshima
Sep 29, 2021 By Michael Stigall
When people mention Japan, one of the first things they think of is the fast and efficient means of transportation available for both locals and visitors alike. In addition to...[ Click to read more ]
