regional food

Located on the shore of Lake Biwa, Restaurant SOWER is the place to go for an amazing dinner. Their seasonally changing menu is always delicious, as their ingredients are locally sourced from the region. Every staff member is dedicated to making sure that all guests have […]

Have you ever heard of a place called Nagoya in Aichi Prefecture? If not, no worries. You’re already in luck for stumbling across this blog. In my opinion, Nagoya is like “The Beast Player Erin,” a super underrated but absolutely wonderful anime. While it might not […]

Hey foodies, today let's taco 'bout one of Japan's tastiest and most popular dishes — taco rice! Taco Rice, or タコライス (Takoraisu), is a beloved Okinawan dish that combines elements of Mexican and Japanese cuisines. While a staple in Okinawa, its popularity has spread to Tokyo […]

Okayu, a Japanese dish, simple yet profound, holds the secret to both comfort and joy. It is well known that Japan has many different delicacies, and Okayu is one of them. Like most Japanese meals, it is rooted in culture and has multiple variations. This article […]

For many, Autumn would be considered an ideal season. After all, it doesn’t get as cold and chilly as it does during winter, and all the heat from summer has finally begun to ease. Those who have traveled to Japan during July-August must know what I […]

Aichi Prefecture has a local gourmet called “kishimen,” which has been beloved in the region since ancient times. Unlike Japan's famous ramen or soba, kishimen refers to wide and flat noodles that are thinner than udon noodles and have been cherished in Aichi. This post will […]

As summer heats up in Japan, seafood lovers are in for a treat. From Tokyo's busy markets to Hokkaido's charming fishing towns, there's an amazing variety of ocean goodies to enjoy. Fish like sweetfish, tiger prawns, and eel, along with uni, are stars of the season. […]

Whilst dealing with this hot and humid season in Osaka, we all need a moment to sit in an air-conditioned café and enjoy a sweet treat. Doing a quick online search, it is easy to find a variety of cute sweets in Osaka, but vegan options […]

D&Department is a decades-long project founded by Nagoka Kenmei in 2002 and is known for its innovative focus on Long Life Design. D&Department's activities include workshops, exhibitions, travel guides, events — and much more — all of which foster the development of close relationships with producers, […]

Sugamo, also referred to as the “Harajuku for Grannies,” for their predominant sixty and over population has a lot of charm and history. The neighborhood is famously known for its shopping street Jizo Dori, which dates back to the Edo period. The street has temples, shrines, […]