Not only is Japanese food delicious, but it is also quite healthy. It’s no wonder Japan has such a low obesity rate as well as one of the highest life expectancies in the world.
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Ekiben is not just an onboard meal and has more to offer rail travellers and the public. Today we are featuring ekiben, an iconic part of Japanese cuisine and culture…
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We’d like to introduce you to, Kion, a cozy spot designed to showcase Japanese sake, shochu (Japanese vodka), and craft gin, all the while celebrating the four seasons of Japan…
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Traditional Japanese sweets known as ‘wagashi’ tend to have meaning, history, and seasons they are associated with. If you go to a traditional wagashi shop in the spring and then go again in the summer, the wagashi they have on display will have changed. Here are some traditional spring sweets…
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How can you pick the perfect ramen restaurant with so many options? Pictures of noodles, toppings, and hot soups will help make your decision easier! There are different ramen broth flavours, so you can pick your favourite one but we recommend you enjoy various flavours during your stay in Japan. Try them ALL!
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Salt and sugar help the world go ‘round. These two essential nutrients are what give sakura mochi its popular appeal. Rest assured: you are supposed to eat the leaf!
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One great way to consistently and actively support Black creators is to consciously spend your yen at Black-owned businesses. Since we are foodies and culinary tourism experts, we’ve put together this list of some wonderful Black-owned restaurants across Japan! Be sure to check them out…
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Getting its start as food fit for celebration, making its way to a post-holiday snack, and now warming up the bellies of the cold, zenzai and oshiruko are tasty and unique Japanese desserts that can be found just about anywhere during the winter season…
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Despite being introduced in Japan within the last two centuries, Japanese curry has become its own dish that is completely different from its peers, and an important and popular food across the nation.
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A great way to enjoy Yuzu! One of the most popular preparations for this more-seed-than-fruit piece of lemony-orangey-grapefruity goodness is yuzu-cha. Think marmalade, but much simpler….
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