Sapporo is Japan’s premier frontier city, blossoming into a major urban hub after its debut on the world stage in 1972, when it hosted the Winter Olympics. In 2021, the city will be part of ...
From Japanese stock photo purveyor Muscle Plus, a new batch of very on-brand photos, featuring ripped men and lots of tea. When you think of stock photos, do you imagine snapshots of diverse office teamwork ...
In Japan, souvenirs are food, and this competition was made to choose some of Japan’s best underdog snacks and sweets. Souvenirs are a part of life in Japan. Whether it’s a summer vacation to the ...
Ever wanted to share your passion for Japanese food and octopus balls with the world? Here’s your chance! When talking about Japanese food, takoyaki (Japanese octopus balls) isn’t usually the first dish to get mentioned, especially when ...
Want to try making this classic summer treat at home? Somen is easy, refreshing, and more delicious than ever thanks to this cooking pro! Somen noodles are thin wheat noodles, more delicate than ramen, udon, ...
In the midst of Japan’s intense summer heat, these uniquely chilled coffees from Kobe are a hit. Nishimura Coffee Shop, or Kobe Nishimura Kohi-ten (神戸にしむら珈琲店), is a coffee shop established in the international port city ...
COVID-19 has brought change to all kinds of markets, and in Japan, that includes vending machines. Among the many changes COVID-19 has made to everyday life in Japan, one of the most obvious is the ...
From the land of fresh fish sashimi, one supermarket is going in the opposite direction with their perfectly rectangular “cube fish.” A new supermarket staple, or just another Japanese food trend? That’s the question when ...
In Yamanashi to see Japan’s most famous mountain? Treat yourself to a savory noodle soup while you’re there! A visit to Mount Fuji is a must for many travelers visiting Japan, but even if you’re just in ...
Everything you ever wanted to know about Sapporo beer, and more. (Plus free beer!) Sapporo Beer Museum Sapporo began brewing its classic Hokkaido beer back in 1876, and 111 years later, the brewery opened the ...
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