Renting a Car in Kobe
Jun 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Renting a car in Kobe is a useful alternative to buying or importing a vehicle if living in or moving to the city. Although Kobe has a great public transport...[ Click to read more ]
Best Sushi Restaurants in Kobe
Jun 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Kobe is a city best known for its prime Wagyu beef. However, cuisine doesn’t stop there. Diners looking for fine sushi options can find plenty of eateries to pick from...[ Click to read more ]
Best Hanami Spots in Kansai
Feb 29, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Hanami is an annual event unique to Japan. The word means “flower viewing” and it relates to the springtime blooming of the flowers on cherry blossom trees (sakura) across Japan....[ Click to read more ]
Best Bars with Live Music in Kobe
Feb 28, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Despite being only a small city, Kobe has an active nightlife. In particular, it has a number of bars with live music — some with performances every night of the...[ Click to read more ]
Top Musical Artists from Kobe
Jan 29, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Although it’s only a small city, Kobe is the birthplace of numerous musical artists of a range of genres. Checking out their music is a great way to gain a...[ Click to read more ]
Sample Kansai Utility Bills and Usage Notices
Dec 04, 2023 By Admin
In Japan, residents are signed up for water, electricity, gas and Internet as utility payments - with the exclusion of some properties that have no gas, and are all electric...[ Click to read more ]
Public Transport in Kobe
Oct 27, 2023 By Justin Hanus
One of the three main cities in the Kansai region, Kobe has good transport links that can get you around the city, the outskirts and further afield. Between 2-3 hours...[ Click to read more ]
Boat Trips in Kansai
Jul 24, 2023 By Justin Hanus
With so many picturesque waterways spread across the region, Kansai is the perfect Japanese location for a boat trip. Whether you fancy a relaxing cruise or a white-knuckle downriver jaunt,...[ Click to read more ]
What You’ll Find at Shinkaichi Art Plaza in Kobe
Jun 28, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Kobe has long been an important place for pop culture in Japan. Shinkaichi Art Plaza provides a venue to nurture all kinds of art forms, including theater, film-making, music, visual...[ Click to read more ]
The Best Hostels in Kobe
May 19, 2023 By Justin Hanus
If you want to spend time in Kobe but are on a tight budget, staying at a hostel may be your best option. The good news is you have some...[ Click to read more ]
