Activities Nishimura Coffee, Kobe Manish Prabhune Nishimura Coffee in the city of Kobe has an interesting history. It's actually the first establishment to serve black coffee,..
Beach & Island Ieshima Islands: Welcome Home Bryan Baier “Ieshima” means “Home Island.” After waiting out a storm in the safety of Ieshima’s harbors around 600 BCE, Japan’s legendary ..
Activities Nankinmachi Lantern Festival 2024 Early - Late Dec The Nankinmachi Lantern Festival is an annual event that takes place at Kobe's Nankinmachi Square, which is one of the city's..
Activities Nanko Sunflower Festival 2024 Mid - Late Jul During summer, cheerful sunflowers grow in abundance in various places across Japan. One great place to enjoy them in all their..
Activities Kiyozumi Cosmos Festival 2024 Mid - Late Oct Each year from around late September through until late October, 5 million cosmos flowers bloom in a space of 7 hectares at the..
Activities Undokai World Cup 2024 Late Oct Are you planning a trip to Kansai this September? Come join Undokai World Cup! Held off the coast of Osaka on Awaji Island, Undokai..
Activities Top Ten Attractions on Awaji Island Stephen Harmon Tucked away in the Japanese countryside rests an island overflowing with historical landmarks and cultural gems. This place is called..
Activities Christmas Flower Show on Awajishima 2024-2025 Mid Nov - Mid Jan Every winter, from mid-November to mid-January, the 'Miracle Planet Museum of Plants', on Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture,..