Osaka is considered the food capital of Japan, and Japan is not generally seen as a particularly vegan-friendly country due to things like fish dashi finding its way into most meals. When people visit Osaka, they often hope to try regional dishes such as okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and udon, and vegans and vegetarians may feel like they are missing out. However, considering that Osaka is one of the biggest cities …

Whether you’re living in Japan, are interested in Japanese culture – or even if you’ve no interest in Japan at all – there are some incredible Japanese movies you need to watch. What are the best Japanese movies? Many Western people’s thoughts on Japanese movies will have one idea in their mind: ANIME. Yes, Japan is the home of Anime and there are more Japanese films in the Anime …

Here’s a guide for anyone wanting to learn about Tochigi prefecture, whether you are moving to Tochigi, living in Tochigi, or visiting we’ve got some tips on the area and have some recommended things to do in Tochigi. Tochigi prefecture is situated in North Kanto, surrounded by Ibaraki, Saitama, Gunma, and Fukushima prefectures. As one of Japan’s only landlocked prefectures, Tochigi prefecture includes part of Nikko National Park, home …

Fukuoka city, the capital of the prefecture, is the largest city in Kyushu. Throughout history it has been a key harbor city due to its proximity to other Asian countries; it is closer to Seoul than it is to Tokyo. As well as Fukuoka city (which has now fused with Hakata), the prefecture is home to other cities including Kita-Kyushu, Kurume, and Ōmuta. Various Fukuoka attractions, including culture, history, …