Culture Nagoya's Global Shogun Scott Brause Shogun Ieyasu embodies the character and philosophy of the 'Shogun of Peace', Tokugawa Ieyasu. He works at Nagoya Castle in ...
Culture Explore the Heart of Japan Lisa Wallin Aichi, Gifu, and Mie Prefectures have beautiful views and rich history — all hidden in plain sight! Dig deeper into the "real...
Food Maruya Hatcho Miso Amanda Ho Miso is a traditional seasoning often used in Japanese cuisine. Hatcho miso is a variety of the red miso, traditionally made ...
Food Misokatsu Yabaton Amanda Ho One of Nagoya’s food specialities is miso katsu (pork cutlet with thick miso sauce). There are many shops in Nagoya, and one ...
8 Activities Okazaki Castle Winter Illumination Amanda Ho Okazaki castle is the symbol of Okazaki city in Aichi prefecture. Every year, Okazaki park, and the castle, is decorated with...
Transportation New Smart Travel IC Card Niaya Harper The Central Japan Travel Card can save time and the hassle of purchasing individual train tickets for each journey and can al...
Activities Hiking Mount Hongu Amanda Ho Sitting on the border of Toyokawa, Okazaki and Shinshiro cities in Aichi prefecture, Mount Hongu offers a great workout. Alth...
Food Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Amanda Ho Baskin Robbins is a well-known ice cream chain that originated from the USA and has a presence in almost 50 countries worldwi...
Food Menya Hanabi Tom Roseveare Menya Hanabi (麺屋はなび) serves up maze-soba (soupless ramen) in Nagoya, Aichi prefecture.
Food Kajiken Ramen Tom Roseveare Kajiken (歌志軒) is a 40-something chain ramen shop originally from Nagoya, serving up the local style – Taiwanese mazesoba.
