foodie

Nagoya is home to plenty of great food and interesting sights and we already wrote a dedicated article about it! There is a lot to taste and today we’re going to bring you with us on a trip to discover some of the tasty things to […]

Japan is well known for its culinary beauty and food culture, and this also includes Japan’s large variety of desserts and sweets. One of Japan’s oldest forms of sweets is known as wagashi (和菓子), a traditional confectionary that has been enjoyed for centuries. The history of […]

Winter is here! That means it’s time for nabe (hot pot), oden, hot chocolate, and… Japanese spiny lobster? That’s right! Spiny lobster, known in Japan as Ise ebi, is a popular delicacy during the winter months in Japan. This crustacean gets its name from Ise, in […]

Located in the eastern part of Yamaguchi Prefecture, Iwakuni City is only a 1 hour train journey away from Hiroshima station, 3 hour train journey from Kyoto and a 1h 45m flight from Tokyo.  Mostly known for its Kintaikyo Bridge, which is one of the most […]

Japan is well known for its amazing food culture lifestyle. One of the most popular foods both all over the world and in Japan is shrimp. As people may already know, Japan is an island. Different seafood species such as shrimp are more accessible and important […]

Today we’re happy to introduce you to Jessica, a huge fan of Japan and its food! Let's learn more about her and her “Japanese Food Guide” project.  1. Hello Jessica. We are very thankful for your time today! Being such food lovers ourselves, we are excited […]

This special Japanese dish might seem a little bit strange for some people. But it is definitely another dish you should add to your foodie bucket list. Gyu is the Japanese word for beef and tan means tongue. Sendai Gyutan is known for its savory and […]

For those daydreaming about the day when global travel will safely resume, why not consider Japan as a top contender for your first overseas trip? Read on for five advantages that Japan offers to foodie tourists.

Today we’re really excited to introduce you Lillian and Aki from Kokoro Care Packages, they specialize in authentic subscription boxes filled with premium-quality, all-natural Japanese foods delivered straight from Japan to your door.

Christmas is the time of year when the world gets caught up in the spirit of sharing love and peace. Tokyo is no exception, and during this season the city celebrates in its own unique ways.