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.
MuseumNagasaki
Bradley O’Grady
May 11, 2016
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.
HeritageLandmarkChubu
Bradley O’Grady
August 12, 2015
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.
NatureGifu
Bradley O’Grady
July 5, 2015
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.
Food & DrinkAichi
Bradley O’Grady
June 20, 2015