The Umami Fungi: Koji Culture in Japan
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The Umami Fungi: Koji Culture in Japan The humble mold Koji is the secret to the rich umami flavors of iconic Japanese foods and beverages…
School Lunch in Japan – Where Dining Etiquette Starts
School lunch in Japan is one of the famously well-organized and uniquely educational experiences. It’s not all about food and making friends. Instead, from early…
Vegetarian and Vegan Food in Japan (Tips and Resources)
Japan eats a lot of plant-based foods, perhaps more than most places in the world. However, that doesn’t make being vegetarian or vegan in Japan…
Moritsuke: Japanese Food Aesthetics
Moritsuke: Japanese Food Aesthetics It’s not only the taste – Japanese food looks fabulous. Whether it’s a simple meal at home or an elaborate kaiseki…
Types of Japanese Restaurants
Japanese Restaurants are a testament to the country’s love for both quality food and quality service. Eating out is one of the most popular ways to…
Children’s Day in Japan
Kodomo No Hi – Children’s Day in a Nutshell Fish-shaped streamers (windsocks) flowing in the wind, kids playing with origami samurai hats, purple irises growing…
Sakura Hanami – Cherry Blossoms in Japan
Many places have cherry trees and cherry blossoms, but few celebrate them as fervently as Japan does. Cherry blossom or sakura is surely the most…
Yokohama Chinatown – Must-See and Must-Try
Less than an hour by train from central Tokyo, Yokohama is a city of great culture and many sights – and Chinatown is one of…
Oshogatsu Part 2 – Osechi Ryori – Foods for a Happy New Year!
Osechi Ryori is an Oshogatsu New Years Day tradition celebrated across Japan. These neatly packed, colorful food boxes are not only pretty – they’re an…