Bradley has been in Nagoya since late 2013, mixing English language teaching with a little bit of media management. His interest in Japan was catalyzed by the 2002 FIFA World Cup. His greatest passion is the bicycle, his preferred means of exploration. He will go wherever there are good vibes.
You have to go to Tokyo. But while you’re up that way it would be rude to ignore Kanagawa, the prefecture that sits underneath Tokyo and borders Shizuoka. Here is a 3-day itinerary to Kanagawa.
These two European theme parks have something to offer to both Japanese residents and visitors alike.
It wasn’t the primary target for the use of an atomic bomb, but by 1945 it was a significant shipbuilding city and military port spread across the hills and valleys surrounding a deep natural harbour—a large population centre in the industrial southwest.
The myriad castles of feudal Japan were originally built to guard important or strategic sites, but also became homes for powerful rulers and centers of governance.
If you're on mainland Japan in July and August you can expect to see temperatures reach extremely humid highs of near 40 degrees Celsius (over 100 degrees Fahrenheit)! This fact alone can make a vacation very tough work for even the most seasoned of travelers. Cooler, quieter and full of surprises, a camping trip in the mountains is something worth considering.
Japan. Home of the super city and top living standards. It’s easy to believe that the cost of living in one of the many metropolises is high. In terms of food, while you can go out and pay a lot of money for a special dish, it is fairly easy to eat out for under ¥1000, although in some cases it does require adjustment to a Japanese diet. Here is a breakdown of some of the more interesting yet affordable dishes you can enjoy in Nagoya.
