Thanksgiving in Kansai
Oct 18, 2020 By Justin Hanus
Thanksgiving is one of the most important annual celebrations in the USA. In recent years, partly due to the growing number of American expats in the country, it has been...[ Click to read more ]
Harvest Time in Kansai
Sep 24, 2020 By Justin Hanus
Harvest time in autumn/fall is important across the world. Each region has different rituals associated with this time of year (September – November). In Japan, the autumn harvest is celebrated...[ 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 ]
Great Street Food in Kansai
Jan 21, 2020 By Justin Hanus
There are plenty of street food outlets across Kansai for those looking for food-on-the-go. Street food gives you the chance to sample some tasty dishes unique to the region, all...[ Click to read more ]
Traditional Kansai Winter Drinks
Nov 25, 2019 By Justin Hanus
The winter months in the Kansai region can get pretty cold, so what better way to warm yourself up than with a nice warm drink. These tasty beverages can be...[ Click to read more ]
Kansai’s Most Popular Winter Meals
Oct 18, 2019 By Justin Hanus
The Japanese have many hearty winter meals served at festivals and family gatherings during the colder months. Each region has its specialties and twists on popular classics with Kansai being...[ Click to read more ]
Crab Season in Kansai
Jan 18, 2019 By Justin Hanus
Since the month of December tends to be the busiest and most plentiful for crabs, it’s no wonder that the winter month boasts a delicious spike in availability for the...[ Click to read more ]
8 Most Popular Noodle Shops in the Kansai Region
Aug 20, 2018 By Justin Hanus
Ramen is one of the most iconic Japanese dishes the world over. Although it might not come with that luscious, silky and super flavorful umami broth and chewy noodles all...[ Click to read more ]
Popular Seafood Markets and Ports in the Kansai Region
May 23, 2018 By Justin Hanus
One of the countries that’s so well known for their seafood and how they’ve gloriously incorporated it in their culture is Japan. Their sushi is a worldwide favorite and a...[ Click to read more ]
The Yatai Festival at Osaka Castle
Aug 28, 2017 By
Picture in your mind the usual selection of Japanese yatai and festival foods, like karaage, tama sen, JUMBO hot dogs, "kakigori" shaved ice. Now throw all that out, because this is not...[ Click to read more ]
