Hyogo
Explore Hyogo travel guides, Kobe, castles, hot springs, and local food. Discover a diverse prefecture between Kansai and the Sea of Japan.
Red Gates and Golden Flavors: A Guide to Japan’s Historic Chinatowns
If you are searching for the best Chinatown in Japan, the answer depends entirely on what kind of experience you want. Japan’s three major Chinatowns—Yokohama Chukagai, Kobe Nankinmachi, and Nagasaki Shinchi—each represent a completely different side of the country’s long relationship with China and international trade. Far more than simple tourist attractions or street food…
The World’s Best Toilet: A Hidden Gem in Hyogo, Japan (Aquarium Toilet)
Since I am living in Japan, I am fascinated by their toilets. Something as basic as a toilet can be the highlight of your trip. They are super high-tech and almost always have all the time a washlet (Bidet, French invention) included. Often they come with a heated sit and you almost don’t need to…