Japanese

Over the last few years, Japan has become one of the top destinations for UK holidaymakers. Its exotic culture, beautiful sites, and family-friendly environment have made it Britain’s favourite, affordable, long-haul destination.

It is hard not to love Japan. It is a country of contrasts that really captures the imagination and the heart of travellers. From the head-spinning futuristic...

Four Japanese healthcare representatives have been given a tour of Derriford Hospital following an invitation from one of the staff.

The visit was prompted after an event last year organised by the Japanese STD Society with support from Tokyo University. At the conference, in Japan, Nursing Unit Manager of Sexual Health in Plymouth (SHiP) at Derriford Hospital, Colin Roberts, presented...

A spectacular showcase of Japanese culture and trade gets underway in Plymouth this week as the city celebrates its place in the 400-year story of British-Japanese relations.

Japan400 Plymouth – running from Friday 26 September to Wednesday 01 October – will mark the anniversary of the first UK trade mission to Japan, which concluded when John Saris and his ship The Clove arrived in...

A delegation from Japan is visiting Plymouth on Thursday 12 December to see the city’s pioneering work in dementia care.

The Japanese delegates will be treated to a tour of the city and shown the fantastic services and activities provided to people with dementia.

Plymouth is recognised as leading the way nationally with its work to improve the lives of people with dementia and...

Wagamama, the Japanese-inspired restaurant, is opening the doors to its highly anticipated new branch at the Plymouth Royal William Yard development on 28 April. The restaurant will feature a bar serving cocktails and will be part of the multi-million pound new Brewhouse building development on the site of the former Royal Naval complex. The restaurant is also creating 35 new jobs for the...