All Up in My Grill – Hiroshima’s Best Steakhouses
Mar 30, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Considering how highly thought of beef is in this country, it may shock you to discover that although cattle were introduced to Japan sometime in the second century, until the Meiji Restoration (1868) they were only used as draught animals for agriculture and transport, rather than food. But now, 'wagyu'...[ Click to read more ]
All Up in My Grill – Nagoya’s Best Steakhouses
By Bert Wishart
Considering how highly revered beef is in this country, it may blow your mind to discover that though cows were introduced to Japan sometime in the second century, they were only used as draught animals until the Meiji Restoration (1868) for agriculture and f0r transport rather than eating. But now,...[ Click to read more ]
Do You Like Nagoya Men? Delving into Nagoya’s Noodle Dish, Kishimen
Feb 26, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Throughout Asia, noodles are considered one of the staple foods. This is particularly true in Japan, where there are numerous types of 'men' [noodle] dishes that you can enjoy. Here in Aichi, the local delicacy is kishimen, a flat udon noodle that has more than a passing appearance to tagliatelle...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Best Burgers
Feb 13, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Japan is well known for having some of the world's finest cuisine, and living in the capital means that you have a great opportunity to try some of the best it has to offer. However, sometimes you find yourself jonesing for a taste of home. What better to scratch that...[ Click to read more ]
Have a Good ‘Morning’ – Ichinomiya’s Breakfast Tradition
Jan 29, 2021 By Bert Wishart
Japanese cuisine is well known for its delicate flavors, subtlety, and exquisite fragility. However, here in Aichi, we do things differently, and the local food is famed for its full-flavor, richness, and piquancy. When it comes to breakfast, Aichi differs noticeably from the rest of the nation. While the rest...[ Click to read more ]
Hey Joe – Nagoya’s Best Coffee Shops
Jan 21, 2021 By Bert Wishart
While stereotype would have it that the Japanese are all nothing but green tea fiends, if you look around, there can be no doubt that the nation is, in fact, run on coffee, with everyone from salarymen to schoolgirls (there go those stereotypes again) chugging down the stuff throughout the...[ Click to read more ]
Crab Season in Kansai
Jan 18, 2021 By Justin Hanus
Since December tends to be most plentiful for crabs, it’s no wonder that it boasts a delicious spike in the crustaceans' availability across Japan. During the winter, crab imports from the Sea of Japan spread throughout the country, providing restaurants and homes with tasty crab dishes to try. In particular,...[ Click to read more ]
Popular Winter Meals in Kansai
Jan 15, 2021 By Justin Hanus
Japan is a country that prides itself on distinct seasonal dishes, with winter being the time when the hotpots traditionally come out, and people warm themselves up with tasty broths. But it’s not just about soup-based meals. There are many different popular types of cuisine, and each region has its...[ Click to read more ]
Let’s Tour: Togoshi-Ginza in Tokyo
Dec 24, 2020 By Jason Gatewood
Tokyo’s Ginza shopping district is known far and wide for its opulent array of shops and boutiques catering to those with more than a little bitcoins in their pockets. The most exquisite of luxury brands choose this part of town to put what is sometimes their most unique shop with...[ Click to read more ]
Our House! – We More Than Recommend These Restaurants in Nagoya
By Bert Wishart
Back in the day, when I was embarking on this writing game, I imposed three cardinal rules upon myself: 1. Only write about cool bands; 2. Never write bullsh!t advertisements for brands that you don't believe in for the man; 3. Never cut your hair shorter than your earlobes. You...[ Click to read more ]
