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OSAKA EXPO 2025 CONCERT IDEA

Today, we received a comment from the guys of "Roast Apple" a German based Indie-Pop band letting us know they will be performing two nightly concerts at the German Pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025 the nights from April 22nd to April 26th.  Not being familiar with them,...

A $19 Strawberry??!!

Its all over social media these days.......the $19 Japanese strawberry being sold at upscale grocer Erewhon in Los Angeles.  Japan is no stranger to high priced fruits.  When we are traveling throughout the country, we often seen $10, $20 and $30 melons and such.  I...

Formula One In Japan!

In early April, Nagoya will host the Formula 1 Grand Prix at the Suzuka Circuit.  This is the only Formula 1 event in Japan and happens once a year.  We just posted a new video on the event along with some of the many other amazing things to do while in Nagoya other...
Izushi:  Soba Capital of Japan?

Izushi: Soba Capital of Japan?

The soba noodle is a major staple food of Japan.  Typically made from buckwheat and very often served cold, its a dish we have always enjoyed.  The town of Izushi is one of the best known places in Japan for excellent soba.  Depending with whom you speak, Izushi is...

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How To Travel Japan Without Knowing The Language

How To Travel Japan Without Knowing The Language

One reason some have not yet visited Japan that wish to do so is a lack of understanding the language.  Don't let that hold you back!  Yes, for those of us from Western countries, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, languages, etc. are very odd looking and strange sounding. ...

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A Taste of the Caribbean in Japan

A Taste of the Caribbean in Japan

Renting a car provides you with so much freedom while touring Japan, and with that often comes pleasant surprises.  Although we typically carefully plan out our schedules in order to be most efficient with our time, now and then we stumble upon something that stops us...

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Tokyo Or Nagoya?

Tokyo Or Nagoya?

Tokyo or Nagoya?   You don't have to choose one or the other, visit both!    Everyone knows and visits Tokyo, and that's one reason why most of the major tourist sites in Tokyo are covered up with people.  So get away from the crowds by visiting Nagoya! Both cities...

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Go-Go’s Goes to Japan!

Go-Go’s Goes to Japan!

On our recent trip to Japan, we took along with us some goodies from back home.  Near to where we live is a special bakery, Go-Go's Cinnamon Rolls owned by Wendy Lewis.  Our son absolutely loves her cinnamon rolls so much that he's having them served at his upcoming...

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We’re in Osaka!

We’re in Osaka!

Just uploaded our latest video which this week is from Osaka, known as "The Kitchen of Japan".   The food scene here is off the charts.  Of course there's great food all over Japan, but Osaka takes it to another level and then some.  The most well known area is the...

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