Food Culture

The Secrets to Japanese Longevity: A Food Guide
April 3, 2020  By Alexandra Ziminski 

In Japan, it’s not rare to see a street attendant working past retirement, or a kind 80-year-old woman still running her family soba restaurant. It’s a widely known fact that this country has some of the oldest people in the world, falling only behind Hong Kong in life expectancy. Why is this? Could it be the fantastic healthcare system, the high regard that seniors receive, or the fact that many of them remain active, getting up at 6 AM for their daily exercises? Of course these are all contributing factors, but we are missing a pretty important one: food.

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Hiroshima, Hidden Gem of the Sake World
March 17, 2020  By Rob Bailey 

The town of Saijo in Hiroshima is home to eight Sake breweries and is where much of the sought-after soft water is sourced along with other locally produced ingredients. The winter weather experienced in Saijo also makes it an ideal site for Sake brewing…

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Kaiseki Ryouri – Historical Haute Cuisine
February 2, 2020  By Michelle Lam 

Kaiseki ryouri evolved throughout the ages. From simple meals served at a tea ceremony to fancy Heian imperial court cuisine with influence from the Buddhist boom during the Kamakura period, to the emphasis upon balance from the Muromachi age of Samurais, modern Kaiseki cuisine has been shaped by many aspects of Japanese culture and history – and now you can taste these dishes too.

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Popular Japanese Winter Sweets
January 29, 2020  By Sneha Nagesh 

Traditional sweets in japan reflect the seasons in both ingredients and appearance. Inspired by nature, these delicious and beautiful desserts are a must try when you visit in Japan.

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Mochitsuki: The Traditional Art of Making Mochi
December 27, 2019  By Nick Colaccino 

While mochi is enjoyed year-round, it is particularly popular during the New Year’s holiday when families come together. This is important, because the traditional method of making mochi takes time and a lot of helping hands…

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SA-SHI-SU-SE-SO The Basic Rules of Japanese Cooking
August 23, 2019  By Eleonora Badellino 

When you decide to start cooking Japanese Food in your kitchen, you realized that just having the best ingredients is not enough if you want to prepare a good meal…

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Ayu: Still Time to Enjoy a Taste of Summer
August 21, 2019  By Nick Colaccino 

Generally considered to be the most savory river fish in Japan, ayu is a staple food at the many festivals and barbecues throughout the summer months.

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Discovering an Ancient Art Form in the Modern World
July 14, 2019  By Lauren Shannon 

Hidden and exclusive you can find a dining and theatrical experience in the heart of Nihonbashi. It’s very location is mysterious and as you enter you are transported back in time and into a new world…

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All about Japanese Knives
June 17, 2019  By Tina 

Knives. One of the top selling souvenirs people want from Japan. Japanese made knives come from a long history of sword making passed down generation to generation. These knives are skillfully handcrafted, beautiful, and highly specialized.

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Anime and Food – A Tasty Relationship
April 22, 2019  By Kay Knofi 

You may have seen Japanese anime as a child and, like myself, have been mesmerized by the food that the characters ate. It seemed so otherworldly, a far cry from the lunch meat sandwiches my mum used to make me for school. The thing was – I had no clue what any of it was! I’d never seen them in real life before…

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