A Hidden Gem in Nagano’s Ski Paradise! – Hakuba
A goldmine of produce, food culture and delicious sake and wine that Japan can be proud of. Nagano is not just for skiing. …
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A Hidden Gem in Nagano’s Ski Paradise! – Nozawa Onsen
A goldmine of produce, food culture and delicious sake and wine that Japan can be proud of. Nagano is not just for skiing. …
Asia Pop Courtyard
The Asia Pop Courtyard was bubbling with life last Friday night, with great music, food and activities, it was not only entertaining but an…
Sweet and Sour Treats from Ehime Prefecture
For the first time in Melbourne, representatives from Ehime Prefectural Governments promotional and economy and labour departments brought their famed produce down to Melbourne…
Okayama Sake Masterclass Day Two!
Following the Quality Okayama event in Melbourne, the team flew up to the next Sydney to prepare for the second day’s event. Upon arriving…
ACMI’s Essential Anime Heroines
Starting today, ACMI is running a nine day long season of anime film screenings, highlighting the adventures of some of the most inspiring anime…
Sake Tasting at Wasshoi!
A while back, Takahoko Sake’s very own Soji Sakai returned to Melbourne after a brief trip to New Zealand. Over the few days he…
‘The Long Excuse’ – Interview with Director Miwa Nishikawa
The Japan Film Festival closes with the final screening of Miwa Nishikawa’s touching drama ‘The Long Excuse’. We spoke with Director Nishikawa about the film and…
The Travel Industry Exhibition in Melbourne
Annually held in Sydney, the Travel Industry Exhibition, or TIE, serves as a gathering for travel industry experts, travel planners, bloggers and the…
Sake with a Smile
Well known not only for its beautiful countryside and natural attractions such as the Naruto whirlpools and major festivals such as Awa Odori, Tokushima…