http://www.city-cost.comFri, 06 Mar 2026 20:46:11 +0900I am a Canadian living in Japan for my teaching job. I wish to learn about the Japanese culture so that I may carry it with me in the future in a positive light. I will be vlogging my time in Japan so that others may learn about Japan through my experience! YouTube name/Instagram: ASHIIHSAenCopyright © 2015 - 2026 City-Cost All Rights Reserved.webmaster@city-cost.com (CC Team)http://img.city-cost.com/static/blog_campaign_icon.pnghttp://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/GQQlG-living_education_hyogo_kobe-shiKobe Muslim mosque is the first mosque built in Japan in 1935. It is located in Nakayamate Dori in Chuo-ku, a 10-minute walk from Motomachi station in Kobe.During the Second World War, Kobe was destroyed to the ground. However, the shocking fact is that the mosque was still standing erect whereas every building surrounding the mosque was completely demolished. There were only few cracks on the outer walls of the mosque and the glass windows were broken.The mosque was known as a place of refuge during the war. It is believed that the soldiers who were in the basement of the mosque were the ones who survived the bombings. The mosque was later used as a place of refuge for the victims of the war.During the Great Hanshin earthquake in 1995, also known to be one of the worst earthquakes in Japan, Kobe was devastated again. The earthquake caused major damage to Kobe, but the Kobe mosque was still standing strong and upright.There are still ongoing arguments online and amongst the archeologists regarding the reason behind the mosque still standing erect after the Second World War and the earthquake. Is it a miracle or mere a good construction with a strong foundation? Well, I think maybe we are yet to know the answer.To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/GQQlG-living_education_hyogo_kobe-shiTue, 20 Sep 2016 22:57:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/GQQlG-living_education_hyogo_kobe-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MqKaG-living_hiroshima_onomichi-shiIn May 2014 it was announced that Mountain Day will be celebrated as a public holiday every August 11, beginning in 2016. The holiday is to provide “opportunities to get familiar with mountains and appreciate blessings from mountains.”This holiday has strong ties to nature and Shintoism. To celebrate Mountain Day, Japanese people of all ages go to rural mountainous areas across Japan.I experienced my first Mountain Day in Japan this summer and it was an incredible experience. It was a mission to reach the top but the hike was totally worth it.Here are pictures of my friends and I on Mountain Day! :)To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MqKaG-living_hiroshima_onomichi-shiMon, 29 Aug 2016 11:17:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MqKaG-living_hiroshima_onomichi-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MvXKG-living_hiroshima_mihara-shiMy first visit to a beach in Japan was in Mihara at the Sunami beach. When I first saw the view, I was shocked by the beauty of the scenery. It all seemed like a dream.Sunami Beach Park is a large ocean recreation area which is nationally recognized for its design. In 2001, it received a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's Award for its advancement of the local human experience.Here is a short video about my experience in Japan so far at the beach! :)To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MvXKG-living_hiroshima_mihara-shiMon, 29 Aug 2016 10:41:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MvXKG-living_hiroshima_mihara-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/w2k3M-living_food_transportation_hiroshima_fukuyama-shiFukuyama Castle was the castle of the Bingo-Fukuyama Han during the Edo period of Japanese history. The castle is located in Fukuyama Park in Fukuyama, Hiroshima near Fukuyama Station.The castle was built on a hill on the Fukuyama plain and it was the capital of Bingo Fukuyama Han. Construction was started in 1619 during the Genna era.Most buildings of the castle were destroyed during World War II. Most of the dry stone was later removed, and Fukuyama Station was built very near where the castle stood. The main tower was rebuilt in 1966.Here is a video of my visit to the castle :)To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/w2k3M-living_food_transportation_hiroshima_fukuyama-shiMon, 29 Aug 2016 10:10:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/w2k3M-living_food_transportation_hiroshima_fukuyama-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/wk96z-living_food_transportation_hiroshima_hatsukaichi-shiI recently visited Miyajima Island and it was one of the most beautiful Island I have ever visited.There is so much to do at the Island and it is a tourist attraction location.The food is great and the people around you are very friendly and welcoming.Here is the link to my visit to the Island :)To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/wk96z-living_food_transportation_hiroshima_hatsukaichi-shiMon, 29 Aug 2016 10:02:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/wk96z-living_food_transportation_hiroshima_hatsukaichi-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/GWDxw-living_hiroshima_onomichi-shiI moved to Hiroshima for my teaching job. I will be working in Onomichi as an English teacher for Junior High School and elementary students. I made a video of my location and apartment. The view is absolutely breathtaking and my location is very peaceful. My home is very small but I really like it since I will be the only one living and ...cleaning will be 10 times easier !! :D :DTo view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/GWDxw-living_hiroshima_onomichi-shiMon, 29 Aug 2016 09:49:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/GWDxw-living_hiroshima_onomichi-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MJDYG-living_food_transportation_hiroshimaThis weekend, there was a very popular festival of Hiroshima in Innoshima. The festival included fire, pirates, samurais, food stalls, and etc. The location was absolutely stunning!I made a video during my time at the festival!Here is the link:To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MJDYG-living_food_transportation_hiroshimaMon, 29 Aug 2016 09:22:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/MJDYG-living_food_transportation_hiroshimahttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/Mnooz-living_transportation_hiroshima_onomichi-shiMy arrival to Japan was in Tokyo. Coming from Toronto, I didn't feel any different staying in Tokyo.I felt like I arrived from one city to another city. Reason being, Toronto is also a busy city and resembles Tokyo in some ways.Tokyo is a fun and interesting place to be in; it has it's own beauty. When I landed to Tokyo, there was this feeling that I cannot describe in words. I couldn't believe that I was standing in JAPAN...the dream that I've always had, has finally come true.My first few days in Tokyo were absolutely amazing. It were probably one of the best days of my life.Below is a vlog of my experience in Tokyo, Japan.Hope y'all enjoy it! :)To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/Mnooz-living_transportation_hiroshima_onomichi-shiFri, 26 Aug 2016 13:37:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/Mnooz-living_transportation_hiroshima_onomichi-shihttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/wrYDG-livingHello there beautiful people!As the title speaks for itself, I was selected to teach as an Assistant Language teacher within Japan. With this wonderful opportunity, I wish to make a positive change in my life, and in the lives of the people of Japan.Going to Japan has always been a dream and I still can't believe that this dream is coming true!In order to promote the Japanese culture, I decided to vlog my experiences living in Japan as a Canadian Muslim.Hope y'all enjoy my first video! :)To view the full contents of this page visit www.city-cost.comPostshttps://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/wrYDG-livingFri, 26 Aug 2016 10:41:00 +0900https://www.city-cost.comhttps://www.city-cost.com/blogs/Aisha8659/wrYDG-living