Luxurious Getaways Right Here in Aichi
Jun 28, 2024 By Bert Wishart
So, the summer is upon us, which means it's traditionally the time to take a break and get away for a while. However, that's not always possible. It could be...[ Click to read more ]
How to Reach Kumamoto from Tokyo or Kansai
May 31, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Most visitors to Japan are aware of the top tourist destinations, such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and other places in Kansai. However, there are interesting spots to see all over...[ Click to read more ]
Riding Kansai’s Hello Kitty HARUKA
May 29, 2024 By Justin Hanus
There is now an extra-fun way to reach Osaka and Kyoto from Kansai International Airport: the Hello Kitty HARUKA train. It’s not just for fans of Hello Kitty (although they...[ Click to read more ]
New Attractions on Kyushu Island
Apr 26, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Across Kyushu, several new attractions have opened in the past few years. Whether you’re visiting Kumamoto, Kitakyushu, or Fukuoka, there’s plenty to see and do. 1. Kumamoto Castle Reconstruction The...[ Click to read more ]
What to Expect from the Reopened Kansai International Airport
Mar 25, 2024 By Justin Hanus
After closing for renovations in 2021, the international terminal of Kansai International Airport reopened in December 2022. This was its first major renovation since it opened in 1994. A variety...[ Click to read more ]
Food Only Available in Hiroshima
Jan 29, 2024 By Justin Hanus
Although some dishes are common throughout the country, different regions in Japan also have their own specialties that may be difficult — or even impossible — to find elsewhere. Hiroshima...[ 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 ]
Seeing Seto, a Four-Day Tour Around the Seto Island Sea
Jun 27, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Recently, when enjoying a couple of leisurely afternoon pints in The Hub, my wife Mai and I chatted with an Aussie lad in Japan on his 'trip of a lifetime.'...[ Click to read more ]
Get on Your Bike – Cycling in Japan
May 31, 2022 By Bert Wishart
From May to September, the world's best cyclists will be putting themselves to the test, competing for the maglia rosa, the malliot jaune and malliot roja in Italy, France and...[ Click to read more ]
The Best Train Passes in Japan (For Residents)
Feb 28, 2022 By Michael Stigall
Many people know of the exceptional value of a Japan Rail Pass, which allows tourists to ride the train systems in Japan for a set period without paying individual ticket...[ Click to read more ]
