Looking for some interesting people to follow on Twitter who tweet about Japan and Japan related things? Here’s a random smattering of tweeps that I have found interesting over the years. @hikosaemon tweets the news, to put it simply, and he’s all over it. He also as an active YouTube channel that is worth checking…
Month: April 2020
Extending your Visa in Japan
In another bout of personal trouble caused by the coronavirus, I found myself “stuck” in Japan on a tourist visa in danger of exceeding the 90-day stay limit granted upon entry. I had to go to the Osaka Regional Immigration Services Bureau to apply for an extension of my tourist visa status. Here’s how it…
Japanese Craft Beer: Ginga Kougen Beer from Iwate prefecture
Whenever I’m in Japan (or anywhere for that matter) I try to drink craft brews when I get the opportunity. Here’s one of my consistent favorites, Ginga Kougen Beer from Iwate Prefecture. The deep blue bottle stands out. The beer is tasty and refreshing. You can find it outside of Iwate frequently. I recently found…
Into the Breach for Nintendo Switch
Into the Breach for Nintendo Switch is great. If you’re like me and enjoy turn-based games, retro graphics, and sci-fi themes, then you’ll probably love Into the Breach. Yes, this game came out years ago, but my backlog is waist deep so this is where I’m at and this is what you get. At the…