food Does the Type of Fire Change the Taste of Japanese Yakitori and Yakiniku?
Does the type of fire really change the taste of Japanese Yakitori (grilled chicken) and Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)? The an...
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food Do You Have to Keep Eating? The Unique Culture of “Wanko Soba” in Iwate Prefecture
When you look at YouTube or other video sites, you often see Japan’s competitive eating culture. But has this always bee...
food Japanese Teppanyaki and Nabe Culture: Why We Cook at the Table
Are you familiar with Teppanyaki or Nabe (hot pot) dishes? Interestingly, these aren’t typically prepared in the kitchen...
food What is Nori? Japan’s Famous Edible Seaweed
Have you ever wondered about the crispy, dark green sheet wrapped around your sushi roll or onigiri? That is Nori (海苔). ...
travel Japan’s Toji: A Healing Hot Spring (Onsen) Experience
Onsen are known to be effective for recovering from illness or injury, Japan has a unique culture of using them specific...