The Foreign Houses of Kobe: Ijinkan Kitano-cho
Apr 20, 2020 By Justin Hanus
One of the most interesting parts of Kobe is Kitano-cho. It was in this district that the foreign merchants settled after the Port of Kobe opened to trade from abroad...[ Click to read more ]
Best Places to Eat Kaiseki in Kobe
Mar 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
Kobe may be famous for its beef, but the city is a culinary center. While you’re in Kobe, you should consider having a kaiseki dining experience. What Is Kaiseki? Kaiseki...[ Click to read more ]
Where to Find the Best Beers in Kansai
Mar 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
Kansai is a well-known region of Japan for cuisine. What's not so widely known is that the area is also a hotbed for beer. One of the best known Japanese...[ Click to read more ]
Calling 119 for Emergency Assistance in Japan
Mar 20, 2020 By Ray Proper
Dial 119 for 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 ]
Sports You Can Join in Kobe
Mar 15, 2020 By Justin Hanus
With Tokyo hosting the summer Olympics this year, Japan is on a sporting buzz. What better time to get active and try something new? Venues such as the Kobe Port...[ Click to read more ]
Where to Enjoy Jazz in Kobe
Feb 26, 2020 By Justin Hanus
If you’re a jazz fan, Kobe is a place you must visit during your time in Japan. The city is arguably the origin of jazz in Japan as it was...[ Click to read more ]
Top Cities to Visit in the Kansai Region
Feb 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
You’ve undoubtedly heard of Osaka and Kyoto, but there’s so much more to see in the Kansai region of Japan. Some cities are vibrant and noisy, others are peaceful and...[ Click to read more ]
Expat Social Groups in Kobe
Feb 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
If you're new to Kobe, you might want to know what the social scene is like regarding expats in the city. There are around 44,000 foreign residents in Kobe –...[ Click to read more ]
“Girls Day” Hinamatsuri Celebrations in Kansai
Feb 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
If you're an expat living in Japan, it's highly likely that you will experience Hinamatsuri. This special day dedicated to girls and their families takes place every March 3rd across...[ Click to read more ]
Spring Days Out in Kobe
Feb 25, 2020 By Justin Hanus
With spring approaching, warming weather, and the nights drawing out it's a great time to start planning a few days experiencing the great outdoors and sampling Kobe's natural delights. Here...[ Click to read more ]
