Tokyo Game Show 2024
Sep 27, 2024 By Michael Stigall
The Tokyo Game Show is an annual trade show for video game developers held at Makuhari Messe Convention Centerjust outside Tokyo. First held in 1996, the Tokyo Game Show is among the world’s biggest...[ Click to read more ]
Halloween in Kumamoto
Sep 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Halloween isn’t as big a deal in Japan as it is in the U.S., meaning you won’t see places filled with jack-o-lanterns, witches’ broomsticks, or cobweb decorations. However, Halloween has...[ Click to read more ]
Family Days Out in Kumamoto
Aug 30, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Located in the north of Japan’s Kyushu region, Kumamoto prefecture has a rich culture and plenty of affordable attractions if you’re looking for a day out that all the family...[ Click to read more ]
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios, Osaka
Sep 28, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Halloween Horror Nights is one of the biggest annual events at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. From the popular street zombies to frightening mazes, it features numerous attractions just for...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Best Mexican Food
Sep 27, 2023 By Michael Stigall
Tokyo is the "World's Greatest Food City," and at last count, home to over 200 Michelin-starred restaurants. More than ramen, udon, and tonkatsu places, you can find whatever a human...[ Click to read more ]
Under the Bridge; Enjoy Nagoya’s Nayabashi Night Market
Sep 27, 2023 By Bert Wishart
While I absolutely love living in Nagoya, one thing frustrates me about this fair city. No, it's not that it has a reputation for being boring, and it's not that...[ Click to read more ]
Great Beaches in The Kanto Region
Jul 24, 2023 By Michael Stigall
As the summer heat rises, retiring to your air-conditioned room with your necktie fan on full blast is tempting. However, Japan is an island nation, so we are surrounded by...[ Click to read more ]
Fascinating Towns Near Kyoto: Otsu, Uji, & Fushimi
Jul 24, 2023 By Justin Hanus
As the former capital of Japan, Kyoto is a huge city with plenty of things to see, but sometimes you may want a change of scenery and perhaps a bit...[ 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 ]
Getting in Tents: Camping Around Hiroshima
Jul 22, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Finally, the heat and humidity of the summer have dissipated, and we can all get outside and enjoy the fresh air without losing half our body weight to sweat! This...[ Click to read more ]
