Chankonabe: Japan’s Hearty One-Pot of Strength
Chankonabe (ちゃんこ鍋) is one of Japan’s most comforting and communal dishes — a generous one-pot meal full of protein, vegetables, and umami-rich broth. Often associated…
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The Best Instant Noodles Ever: Sapporo Ichiban Shio Ramen Review
How many instant noodles have you eaten in your life?Today, I’m introducing the instant ramen that has been my absolute No.1 for all of my…
Review: KFC Japan’s Limited-Edition Wafu Chicken Cutlet Burger – Authentic Yuzu Shichimi
Hey everyone—eating enough chicken lately?KFC is one of my favorite fast-food chains, and Japan often releases exclusive menu items. This time, they’ve introduced a limited-edition…
Refined Simplicity: The Timeless Japanese Castella Cake
Have you ever tasted Castella before?It’s one of Japan’s most beloved traditional sweets — simple in appearance, yet refined in flavor.A good Castella is moist,…
Japanese Konjac: The Low-Calorie Traditional Food You Should Try
Konnyaku may not look flashy, but it’s one of those ingredients that quietly defines everyday Japanese cooking. It doesn’t have much flavor on its own,…
Hoshiimo: A Traditional and Delicious Japanese Sweet (Dried Sweet Potato)
Have you ever heard of hoshiimo, Japan’s dried sweet potato?In Japan, it’s a beloved snack that almost everyone has tasted at least once. What is…
Top 10 Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in Tokyo
Tokyo’s plant-based dining scene has blossomed into a vibrant tapestry of flavors, offering everything from traditional Japanese izakayas to innovative vegan desserts. Whether you’re a…
Try MOS Burger: Japan’s Homegrown Burger Chain
You might see MOS Burger in parts of Asia, but you won’t find it in the U.S. or Europe.So while you’re in Japan, why not…
5 Best Places to Eat Oden in Tokyo
Every Japanese person loves oden. While it may not be very familiar to many visitors from overseas, this time I’ll introduce some of the best…
Japan’s Favorite Ramen. Dare to Take on Jiro?
When it comes to ramen beloved by Japanese people, it’s not Ichiran or Ippudo. It’s Ramen Jiro! What is Ramen Jiro? The first Ramen Jiro…
Try This! KFC Japan’s Exclusive Wafu Chicken Cutlet Burger
Hey everyone!I bet you love KFC, right? When you come to Japan, there’s one burger you absolutely have to try.It’s none other than KFC’s What…
Recommended Instant Noodles in Japan
A Shio Ramen with Great Bang for the Buck I’m at the age where I try to pay more attention to my health, but when…