Yoga, a staple exercise and well-being activity in certain parts of the world for many years, has grown in popularity globally in recent years. With its expanding expat population, Kobe...[ Click to read more ]
Skateboarding is one of Japan’s fastest-rising sporting activities, propelled by the country’s showing at the Tokyo Olympics, where it won medals, including gold for the likes of Yuto Horigome and...[ Click to read more ]
Going to the cinema is a fun pastime in Japan. The Japanese cinema experience is similar to how it is in the US. Cinema-goers can buy snacks such as popcorn...[ Click to read more ]
Are you looking to get out on the water and try some sporting activities? You can find a few facilities in and around Kobe where you can indulge in anything...[ Click to read more ]
It is Sunday, and your schedule book is wide open... what to do? Lucky you live in Kobe, and there are many options for you! Suma Aqualife Park Kobe has...[ Click to read more ]
The yukata is a garment similar to a kimono worn in summer, particularly at matsuri (festivals). It is so popular some festivals celebrate it; these are called Yukata Matsuri. The...[ Click to read more ]
A highlight of Kobe (and, in fact, Kansai as a whole) is Suma Temple. Dating back to 886, it is the main temple of the Sumadera branch of the Shingon...[ Click to read more ]
Although it may have a reputation for cars, motorbikes, and speedy trains, Japan is also a cycle-loving nation whose residents use a bicycle as their primary mode of transport. You...[ Click to read more ]
If you plan to stay in Kobe and still searching for the perfect accommodation, look no further. There’s no better option than Peanuts Hotel, especially for Snoopy fans. The hotel...[ Click to read more ]
Only about 20% of the land in Japan is suitable for growing crops. Even so, most of the country's population historically survived on subsistence farming. These days only a vanishing...[ Click to read more ]