Living in Japan has been one of the most wonderful and interesting adventures in my life. Six years in Tokyo gave me the opportunity to visit many beautiful places and join a lot of traditional Japanese activities. Each time is better than the last. But honestly, […]
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Last week, I completed my homestay adventure in Kawane, a small town of 6,000 in Shizuoka Prefecture. Looking back, I recognize how much I grew throughout the process, and the extent to which my feelings changed throughout my stay. The connections you can make with a […]
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If you are planning to come to Japan in the future, you will no doubt be keen to experience the vast array of beautiful and interesting food and beverage options this beautiful archipelago has to offer. You may also be interested in understanding the trends from […]
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Though travel is slowing starting to return, online experiences are still a great way to cure your case of wanderlust! Or at least lessen the symptoms until you can go on that dream trip to Japan.
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While the world has been evolving to combat the covid-19 pandemic, women have continued to break down barriers all around the world. We’d like to highlight some more amazing women making history within the culinary field of Japan, in honor of Women’s History Month this year.
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Christmas in Japan has taken from western traditions and adapted to Japanese needs and culture. As with so much in Japan, the Christmas season is rich with meaningful traditions, and elaborate delicious foods, but it is also very high-tech, sparkly and fun!
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For those daydreaming about the day when global travel will safely resume, why not consider Japan as a top contender for your first overseas trip? Read on for five advantages that Japan offers to foodie tourists.
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Looking for fresh, unique gift ideas this Christmas? Japan has weird and wonderful gifts galore for foodies and hoarders. From fish sandals to Pocky collections, here are just a couple of recommendations…
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Christmas is the time of year when the world gets caught up in the spirit of sharing love and peace. Tokyo is no exception, and during this season the city celebrates in its own unique ways.
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Until the18th century, plant-based agriculture was preferred to livestock rearing. This combined with the influence of Buddhism and Shintoism meant that most of the country harboured a vegetarian friendly diet. Emperors regularly issued meat bans and for a while, plant-based diets thrived. A version of this historic cuisine is still available today…
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