To celebrate this momentous anniversary, half a century of cup noodles, Japanese manufacturer Nissin is dreaming up some interesting plans. Fifty years ago, Momofuku Ando dreamed big, creating the world’s first instant ramen and cup ...
Hoping to indulge your sweet tooth while in Tokyo, but not thinking about giving up on veganism any time soon? Luckily, you’ve got some good options! You’re in Tokyo, you’re ready to dig into some ...
Japan’s vending machine offerings have truly reached a new level of luxury. Japan has more vending machines per person than anywhere else in the world, with a whopping 4 million around the country. And while ...
Love Japanese pudding, but can’t find it anywhere near you? Just make it yourself! Japan’s pudding, similar to a flan or a crème caramel (and much less like American puddings), is a beloved dessert staple found ...
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, ...
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 ...
For fans of Japanese curry rice, there could be no better major! Curry made the trip from India to Japan during the Meiji era (1868-1912) via the British Royal Navy, and in the past century ...
Beauty in the world’s most popular spirit you’ve never heard of This article is written by James Lovell on Traverse (a publication that helps to debunk Japan through a fresh perspective). This month I am back to my old ...
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