noodles

Crispy! Yummy! It’s lightly battered, deep fried and 100% a must-try for anyone visiting Japan. Nooooo, don’t tell me you forgot to add it to your foodie bucket list (How could you???). Haha, don’t take my dramatics too seriously, but seriously though, you’ve got to put […]

In the summer, you’ll probably be feeling the heat with the humid weather and may not want to add any extra heat to the kitchen whilst cooking. Then you will definitely be fancying cold foods and beverages to cool down your body. According to surveys, more […]

Summer is finally here, and along with sunny days, vacations and relaxation, this season also brings with it really high temperatures! Cooking and eating might be the last things on your mind in the hot weather, but fear not, because in Japan there is a fun […]

How can you pick the perfect ramen restaurant with so many options? Pictures of noodles, toppings, and hot soups will help make your decision easier! There are different ramen broth flavours, so you can pick your favourite one but we recommend you enjoy various flavours during your stay in Japan. Try them ALL!

The Japanese summer food list is so long, colorful and delicious that it’s very difficult to choose just five of them to savor. That’s why we ended up making this selection of 5 summer food recommendations to help you choose, or to add to your bucket list.

Ramen is enjoyed at any time of day and at any time of year. So is it really so surprising to learn how highly regarded it is? This quintessential Japanese experience is more than just a food, which is why it is so lovingly represented and so voraciously slurped up in all its forms, from the bowl, to the screen, to the page, and even in its own action figures!?!

Noodles are a staple food in Japan. Referred to as “men”(麺), it’s as common as rice and enjoyed in many different ways such as in broth, dipped, mixed, or fried. This article will explore 7  types of noodles along with how they are different and interesting facts about them. Let's get started, shall we?

Following up on our Top 5 Summer Foods post — here are 5 more must try dishes to beat the heat in a sweltering Japan in August! Take a look at these summer favorites and book one of our tasty food tours during your stay in Japan.