Hyogo Prefecture

Bon Odori

Celebrate Bon Odori By the Kobe Seaside

Jul 25, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Bon Odori festivals are well known as an entertaining and interesting summer events across Japan, and Kobe’s seaside fest is no exception. Bon Odori, or simply Bon dances, are some...[ Click to read more ]

Nankinmachi

8 Most Popular Street Food to Try in Kobe’s Chinatown

Jun 26, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Kobe’s Chinatown also widely known as Nankin-machi is one of the three Chinatowns in Japan. Its popular name comes from the words Nanjing or Nanking as Chinese immigrants are referred...[ Click to read more ]

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Ikuta Shrine

The Most Popular Temples and Shrines in Kobe

Jun 26, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Japan is a melting pot of several religions in the East. There are religions that have immigrated from different parts of Asia and there are those that originated within the...[ Click to read more ]

Japanese Beach

Popular Beaches in The Kansai Region

Jun 26, 2018 By Justin Hanus

A lot of people love going to the beach because as they say, they need a dose of vitamin sea. Unfortunately, not a lot of countries have the best beaches...[ Click to read more ]

Swimming in Japan

Dive in Kobe Places to Swim this Summer

Jun 24, 2018 By Justin Hanus

With temperatures rising for the summer it can be easy to resort to staying inside as often as possible. Though the air conditioning at home might be necessary sometimes, for...[ Click to read more ]

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Japanese Language Class

Japanese Classes in Kobe

May 29, 2018 By Justin Hanus

If you've recently moved to Japan, you might be thinking about learning the language to help you communicate with the locals and understand the culture. Of course, there are plenty...[ Click to read more ]

Kobe Meriken Park

The Best Parks in Kobe

May 23, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Kobe is not short of green spaces offering residents and tourists the chance to get out and soak up the great outdoors. Whether you're a sports enthusiast looking for somewhere...[ Click to read more ]

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Cake

Popular Patisseries and Bakeries in Kobe

Apr 25, 2018 By Justin Hanus

When you are in a new place, you always find yourself trying out the restaurants first. Unless you’re on a diet, you’d find it a must to sample the local...[ Click to read more ]

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Snoopy

Day Tours for Kids in the Kansai Region

Apr 25, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Traveling with kids can be very tricky business because not all places adults would love to visit can be kid-friendly or even interesting to little ones. A part of your...[ Click to read more ]

Kobe Anpanman Museum

Popular Water and Amusement Parks in Kobe

Apr 25, 2018 By Justin Hanus

Water and amusement parks are the best go to places for tourists and locals alike especially during the summers where the weather is at its warmest and a lot of...[ Click to read more ]

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