Feasting on Fugu – Where to Eat Blowfish in Aichi
Jan 31, 2020 By Mark Guthrie
You've probably seen that classic episode of The Simpsons where Homer goes to a Japanese restaurant and eats fugu, a...[ Click to read more ]
Soba and Udon in Hiroshima – More Than Tasty Staples
Jan 31, 2020 By Hugh Cann
Along with rice, noodles are a staple of the Japanese diet and central to everyday life, from quick lunches to...[ Click to read more ]
Setsubun Festivals in Hiroshima – Out With the Bad, in With the Good!
Jan 31, 2020 By Hugh Cann
Each year, on the third of February, harried fathers across Japan put on paper demon masks and are pelted with...[ Click to read more ]
Valentine’s Day in Hiroshima
Jan 31, 2020 By Hugh Cann
First, a brief introduction to the origin of Valentine's day. Valentine’s Day is celebrated in February as a month of...[ Click to read more ]
Grapes Over Grain – The Rising Popularity of Japanese Wine
Jan 30, 2020 By Mark Guthrie
Everyone knows that Japan is sake country, and when we arrive, we are all desperate to indulge in the traditional...[ Click to read more ]
Chocs Away! Where to Buy Valentine’s Chocolate in Nagoya
Jan 30, 2020 By Mark Guthrie
Valentine's Day is nearly upon us, and in Japan, that means just one thing: chocolate. Now, everyone knows that here...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo Animal Cafes
Jan 30, 2020 By Jason Gatewood
One of the cutest and most unique recent trends in Japan is the cat cafe, where one can enjoy a...[ Click to read more ]
The Way of Tea – Japanese Tea Ceremony in Nagoya
Jan 30, 2020 By Mark Guthrie
Also referred to as the Way of Tea, the Japanese tea ceremony elevates the preparation and presentation of 'macha,' or...[ Click to read more ]
Let’s tour: Odaiba
Jan 29, 2020 By Jason Gatewood
You may not know the Odaiba district by name before coming to Japan. Still, you have undoubtedly seen its various...[ Click to read more ]
Try Sumo Wrestler Cuisine at a Chanko Nabe Hotpot Restaurant in Tokyo
Jan 28, 2020 By Jason Gatewood
Of course, you know about Japan’s national sport, sumo. If not, then here are a few ways to familiarize yourself with...[ Click to read more ]
