Here’s a great way to use your leftover corn soup. Sometimes I’ll even make an extra batch just so I can make this recipe. Itâ� ...
Japanese: Tougan to Gyuniku no nimono. Tougan (winter melon) gets soft when you boil it, and it’s good either hot or cold. Winter melon has ...
Kinki is “rockfish†in English and nitsuke means boiled fish (or vegetables) in soy sauce. Winter is the best season for rockfish, a ...
Two new updates in the sake by region series have appeared on my site: Tochigi and Gunma, both in the Kanto area. ...
Kyoto Journal’s latest issue, “Cultural Fluidity”, is now available to download. Overflowing with captivating content, Magda Rittenh ...
eSIMs are perfect for traveling. Worrying about SIM trays or losing microscopic SIMs between the sofa cushions is finally a thing of the past! What ...
March marks the official start of spring, and the quietest corners of Japan are waking from winter hibernation for cherry blossom festivals and fiery ...
Spring is coming, and we have a great list of events — from traditional fire festivals to the much-anticipated cherry blossom parties. There ...
Hinamatsuri or Girl's Day in Japan is celebrated with special foods, such as chirashi sushi, clam soup, and strawberry daifuku. READ: Hinamatsuri (Do ...
Comforting and nutritious Kinako Milk is an easy drink recipe of nutty roasted soybean flour mixed with your choice of milk and sweetener. READ: Kina ...
Tokyo events for Monday, February 26 to Sunday, March 3, 2024. It’s the start of March! And with that comes Hinamatsuri, also known as DollsR ...
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We're showing you a 6minute non-stop show case of Cosplayers at Wonder Fest 2024 in Makuhari Messe Japan! It was nothing like any other cosplay events ...
Learn how to make the iconic Japanese rolled omelette Tamagoyaki with my step-by-step tutorial. No dashi needed for this simple recipe! READ: 3-Ingre ...
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Experience the tranquil beauty and unique customs of Japanese temples and shrines. Discover the rituals, cultural significance, and etiquette for vis ...
Enjoy this simple Japanese Sesame Sauce (Goma Dare) recipe for shabu shabu hot pot, steamed vegetables, tofu, salads, noodles, and more. READ: How to ...
Kyoto Station is the main train station in Kyoto, and is the gateway into the ancient capital for most visitors. With a long history, plenty of shoppi ...
Don’t miss a single petal this spring: here is the latest 2024 Tokyo cherry blossom season forecast. Tokyo and its surrounding prefectures sho ...
Fireworks. Traditional festivals. Anime conventions. Rock concerts. Tokyo has them all, and if you’re planning a trip, you’ll want to know ...
Done with winter" Get ready for the 2024 cherry blossom season with this year’s up-to-date Japan cherry blossom forecast. Japan 2024 cherr ...
Get ready to make perfectly rolled sushi with my recommended sushi making kits! READ: The 5 Best Sushi Making Kits of 2024 ...
Discovered by a monk (as legend has it), Nozawa Onsen combines the two best Japanese winter pastimes — snowy skiing and warming onsen. ...
In Japan, after December 25, it’s as if Christmas never happened. That’s because Christmas here is like Halloween — just another fun ...
East Tokyo is the side of Tokyo that you?ll want to make sure you?ve explored before the end of your trip, or before settling down anywhere in Japan. ...
Tokyo events for Monday, December 25 to Sunday, December 31, 2023. Celebrate Christmas with a bucket of KFC and ring in the new year in style in and a ...
Happy New Year! If you want to kick off the month of January with some fun, start with these events. For more information on how to welcome 2024 the ...
Tokyo events for Monday, January 1 to Sunday, January 7, 2024. Wow, that was fast. 2024 has finally arrived and that means the temples and shrines in ...
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Moving to Tokyo, especially as a student, can be an exciting and overwhelming experience all at once. Finding a place to live, even if it?s for less t ...
Tokyo events for Monday, January 8 to Sunday, January 14, 2024. New Year traditions continue into January as daruma — round dolls designed to re ...
With this Tokyo Wide Pass rail itinerary, you’ll visit some of Japan’s most famous sites in just three days. This is the perfect trip for ...
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Tokyo events for Monday, January 15 to Sunday, January 21, 2024. Now the weather is turning colder, the winter festivals are out in full force. Marve ...
Cherry blossoms tend to steal the spotlight in Japan, but there’s another flower that’s also bright pink and breathtaking: the humble plum ...
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Tokyo events for Monday, January 22 to Sunday, January 28, 2024. It’s not spring yet (despite the first cherry blossom forecast of 2024 being re ...
Looking to up your fashion game with some streetwear styles" If you?ve ever wanted to know what’s potting with women?s streetwear in Tokyo, ...
Pokémon fan visiting Tokyo" Then this one’s for you. It’s no secret that Japan is the best place to get your Pokémon fix. There are ...
In the blink of an eye, the first month of the year is over. We hope that 2024 has been good to you so far, and if you made a New Year’s resolut ...
Tokyo events for Monday, January 29 to Sunday, February 4, 2024. Dry your tears! It?s all about the Japanese holiday of Setsubun this weekend. Setsubu ...
Planning a visit to Japan is a trip, literally and figuratively. With train tickets, popular attractions, and how to stay connected, there’s a l ...
Gala Yuzawa — a popular ski resort in Niigata Prefecture — is one of the easiest and most affordable snowboarding day trips from Tokyo. He ...
Tokyo events for Monday, February 5 to Sunday, February 11, 2024. The weekend before Valentine’s Day is a long one (Monday, February 12 is a hol ...
You don’t have to wait until mid-March or April to see sakura in Tokyo. Kawazu-zakura are early blooming cherry blossoms, and you can see them b ...
Some of the city’s best parfait bars and sweets cafés only come to life after dark. Here are our favorite spots for late-night desserts around ...
Not satisfied with the rather restrictive Japanese “tradition” of women giving men chocolates on February 14" Why not make things a b ...
Don’t miss a single petal this spring: here is the latest 2024 Tokyo cherry blossom season forecast. Tokyo and its surrounding prefectures sho ...
Get ready to step into a world of wonders with the reopening of teamLab Borderless: Mori Building Digital Art Museum. The new teamLab Borderless reope ...
Tokyo events for Monday, February 12 to Sunday, February 18, 2024. The most romantic week of the year means it’s the best time to head out and s ...
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Tokyo events for Monday, February 19 to Sunday, February 25, 2024. This week is filled with holidays and celebrations. Check out the parade and lanter ...
Learn how to select the best donabe, a traditional Japanese clay pot used to cook hot pot dishes, Japanese steamed rice, stews, and more. READ: How ...
Everybody knows Comiket and Design Fes in Tokyo. But did you know there is a 1DAY only festival showing you a massive amount of Anime/Manga figurines ...
Yuzu kosh? is an all-purpose Japanese hot sauce that can enliven anything with its fiery and citrusy depth of flavor. READ: Yuzu Kosho ...
Experience the magic of Zao in the winter with our ultimate guide. From must-see attractions to hidden gems, we've got you covered for the perfect wi ...
These homemade Ganmodoki are crispy and fluffy Japanese fried tofu patties, delicious when enjoyed alone or in Oden! READ: Ganmodoki (Japanese Fried ...
The ultimate guide on how to deep-fry food at home. Read how to check the oil temperature with/without a thermometer, and dispose of used oil. READ: ...
Your guide to Japanese public holidays and annual events?from Japanese New Year to summer festivals to Winter Solstice! READ: Japanese Public Holida ...
Sip your way to a healthy start with a warming cup of sh?gayu, or Japanese ginger tea! READ: Honey Ginger Tea (Shogayu) (Video) ??? ...
Done with winter" Get ready for the 2024 cherry blossom season with this year’s up-to-date Japan cherry blossom forecast. Japan 2024 cherr ...
Experience the magic of winter in Niseko, Japan with these must-try activities. From skiing and snowboarding to hot springs and delicious Japanese cu ...
Here are my picks for the best Santoku knives, versatile Japanese knives that can cut meat, fish, and veggies with ease. READ: The 6 Best Santoku Kni ...
Ishikawa Prefecture extends a warm invitation to travelers seeking to explore its resilient beauty. While certain areas, such as Wajima, are regrettab ...
Visit Sapporo in winter for its snow-covered mountains and delicious cuisine! Enjoy Japan's winter capital and its many festivals, attractions, and a ...
