June

Beaches around Nagoya

Jun 19, 2023 By Bert Wishart

For many people, nothing says summer like a trip to the beach, and though Aichi isn't necessarily famed for its beaches, there are plenty of lovely places where you and...[ Click to read more ]

Pedal Your Way Around Tokyo

May 30, 2023 By Michael Stigall

When living in and around a sprawling metropolis like Tokyo, getting from A to B can mean spending half of your day on trains, underground, or busses. Since the advent...[ Click to read more ]

Educational Museums in Tokyo That Are Actually Fun

May 30, 2023 By Michael Stigall

There is something about science that can capture a child's imagination. Whether it is the natural world, robotics, or outer space, getting to grips with our surroundings can be spellbinding...[ Click to read more ]

Boat Trips in Kumamoto

May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

As a port city with several waterways, Kumamoto offers up a few boating opportunities. These include cruises along rivers and lakes and ferry trips that take you further afield. Here...[ Click to read more ]

Best Beaches in Kansai

May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Japan is not one of the first countries that spring to mind when you think of beach culture, but in fact, the country has plenty of beautiful coastlines, with the...[ Click to read more ]

Camping in Kansai

May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

With summer on our doorstep, our attention turns to the great outdoors. What better way to enjoy nature for a few days than heading off on a camping excursion? Kansai...[ Click to read more ]

Best Beaches in Kansai

May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus

With temperatures on the thermometer rising, heading down to a nearby beach to cool off and relax becomes more enticing. If you live in the Kansai region of Japan, you...[ Click to read more ]

Arimatsu Shibori Festival

May 07, 2023 By Ray Proper

Shibori is a style of dyeing cloth in patterns by binding, stitching, folding, twisting, compressing, or capping the fabric before the application of dye, you can think of shibori as...[ Click to read more ]

Exploring the Sacred Mountains of Kansai

Apr 28, 2023 By Justin Hanus

Mountains are sacred places in many cultures for reasons ranging from the inspirational views from the summits and their impressive heights (which are said to reach the heavens) to the...[ Click to read more ]

The Hunt is Afoot! Clam Hunting with the Kids in Mikawa Bay near Nagoya

Apr 28, 2023 By Bert Wishart

Clam hunting is a fun and educational activity that kids and adults alike can enjoy, especially in the beautiful Mikawa Bay area. Located in southern Aichi, Mikawa Bay has a...[ Click to read more ]