JR Kanto Area Pass and Tokyo Wide Pass
Nov 17, 2015 By Bert Wishart
One of the great things about living in Japan is its frankly amazing public transport system. It is easy to forget that other countries cannot compete in this department,...[ Click to read more ]
Japan’s Best Onsen Towns
Oct 14, 2015 By Bert Wishart
As temperatures around the country fall, now is the perfect time to indulge in the Japanese pastime of onsen. Best described as a hot spring bathing spa, onsen is a long held tradition in Japan and...[ Click to read more ]
Hattori Daily Farm in Kanagawa
Oct 09, 2015 By
Since 1969 the Hattori Daily Farm in Kanagawa has raised dairy cows on green pastures not that far away from Tokyo. Hattori Farm is a bit of working dairy a bit "dude ranch"...[ Click to read more ]
Five Great Sushi Restaurants in Tokyo
Oct 08, 2015 By Bert Wishart
When you first arrived in Japan you were no doubt asked, possibly on a daily basis, "what Japanese food do you like?" and, knowing very little else, your reply would have...[ Click to read more ]
Watching the Rugby World Cup in Tokyo
Sep 11, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Whether you are a dyed in the wool 'egg chaser', or totally new to the sport, now is the time to get really interested in rugby. With origins going as...[ Click to read more ]
Martial Arts Lessons in English: Tokyo
Aug 13, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Whether you are a total beginner or a high ranking expert, there is something extremely special about learning a martial art in the nation of inception. As well as providing...[ Click to read more ]
Music Lessons in English in Tokyo
Jul 15, 2015 By Bert Wishart
Learning a musical instrument can be difficult enough - something to which the out of tune guitar that sits in the corner of my living room can attest. However, it...[ Click to read more ]
BBQ Beer Gardens in Tokyo
Jul 15, 2015 By Bert Wishart
In summer, is there anything better than sipping on an ice cold beer as the city temperature rises? Well yes, actually there is. And that is digging into a freshly...[ Click to read more ]
The Lay of the Land in Tokyo
Jul 13, 2015 By
The Tokyo Metropolis is located in the eastern part of Honshu and encompasses some 23 central wards that are home to more than 8 million people alone, as well as...[ Click to read more ]
Relocate to Japan – Arriving in Tokyo via Haneda Airport
Jul 13, 2015 By
Tokyo enjoys two international options: Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport) and Narita International Airport. Of these, Tokyo International Airport, or "Haneda Airport," is the preferred option for its convenience. Narita International Airport...[ Click to read more ]
