Recommended food events in Tokyo – March 2019
February 26, 2019
By Kay Knofi
So you’re in Tokyo in March and you’re looking for food events? Here are a few we recommend!
0 Read MoreJapanese food
What is a Depachika?
January 28, 2019
By Tina
What’s a Depachika? Let me explain. Can you imagine for a minute, food heaven? Any kind of food you could imagine. Desserts, prepared food, lunch boxes, popular treats and gourmet delicacies. Yes, that’s right. Depachika means food heaven, in a basement?!
0 Read More
Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Anne-san CEO of Arigato Japan
January 17, 2019
By Jessica Iragne
There is no better way to discover and immerse in a country’s culture than food. Food is a universal language that connects people from all over the world. Joining a food tour will help you discover hidden gems you wouldn’t find on your own, expose you to many unique flavors and will allow you to connect with locals like you can never imagine…
0 Read More
Antenna Shops: Travel Across Japan All in 1 Day
December 14, 2018
By Josh
As if by magic, it’s possible to virtually visit most of Japan’s forty-seven prefectures through antenna shops located throughout central Tokyo. Antenna shops are local specialty shops sponsored by local governments throughout the country.
0 Read More
Expat in Japan Interview – 10 questions to Ichigoichielove
December 12, 2018
By Jessica Iragne
My name is Lisa, I’m half Swedish and half American, but I grew up living a little bit of everywhere. I’ve been living in Tokyo for the past 7-8 years. I’m a senior editor at Tokyo Weekedender magazine.
0 Read More
Arigato Japan Christmas Giveaway – Win a Food Tour in Japan!
December 7, 2018
By Jessica Iragne
It’s already the time sparkly time of year, the smell of the Christmas trees, the beautiful illuminations and of course the warming comfort food. To thank you all for this great year supporting us, the Arigato Japan team wants to offer you a 3-hour food tour for 2 in Tokyo!
0 Read More
Ask Our Guides: Favorite Arigato Japan Food tour?
December 1, 2018
By Jessica Iragne
This month we asked our beloved, adventurous guides Taena, Mario and Gabi what are their favorite Arigato Japan food tours and why?
0 Read More
Celebrate with Japanese New Year Foods
November 21, 2018
By Tina
New year traditions here are ancient and meant to bring health, wealth, and a renewed spirit. Preparations for the new year start off with a practice called Omisoka, where everyone lends a hand in cleaning the house and cooking traditional foods for the osechi ryori in the last few days of the old year.
0 Read More
Katsuobushi: Fun Fish Flakes
November 7, 2018
By Tina
Have you heard of dashi? Or Bonito flakes? Both of these are born from Katsuobushi an essential ingredient used to create the infamous umami flavor in much of Japanese cuisine. Katsuobushi is dried and fermented skipjack tuna usually shaved into flakes. Like so many things in Japan, katsuobushi is deeply rooted in history, culture, and tradition.
0 Read More
Ask Our Guides: Favorite Autumn food
November 3, 2018
By Jessica Iragne
Find the best advice from local experts! This month we asked our beloved, adventurous guides Jennifer, Haruka and Ryuichi what are their favorite Autumn foods and why?
0 Read More
Page 19 of 20