With Christmas approaching, it’s time for expats in Hiroshima to get into the festive spirit. Although it’s not an official public holiday in Japan, locals do acknowledge Christmas, holding festive...[ Click to read more ]
As the weather gets cooler, we’re all familiar with wanting something to make us nice and warm both inside and out. Clothing from places like Uniqlo cover the ‘outer’ (and...[ Click to read more ]
Sushi is probably the most well-known Japanese cuisine to foreigners. It’s vinegared rice usually served with seafood, meat or vegetables plus a selection of condiments. You can find specialist sushi...[ Click to read more ]
The weather during the summer in Hiroshima is often perfect for enjoying a drink outdoors. Luckily, you have plenty of options for rooftop bars and beer gardens. Hiroshima2016 Restaurant Under...[ Click to read more ]
Hiroshima has great local cuisine, and there are numerous wonderful options available to you at any time of year. During the holidays, however, you may need some hints on where...[ Click to read more ]
Although beer has always played a significant role in Japanese culture, microbreweries have only cropped up recently. This is because taxes had been prohibitively expensive for small brewers, but the...[ Click to read more ]
There’s plenty to do after hours in Hiroshima if you fancy letting your hair down. If you don’t feel like winding down right after your evening meal, check out the...[ Click to read more ]
Fancy a tipple while learning a bit about how what you're consuming is made? Then head along to one of Hiroshima's many breweries! The prefecture is famed for its unique-tasting...[ Click to read more ]
Japan is one of the world's best locations for food, home to more Michelin-star restaurants than any country except France. One of the great things about Japanese food is that...[ Click to read more ]
It's January. Suddenly, western Japan is a great deal colder than you imagined it would be. You want to go out but don't want to deal with the cold. What...[ Click to read more ]