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How to Celebrate Japanese New Year with Sake and Great Japanese Food

You might not know how much pomp and circumstance takes place in a Japanese home on New Year’s morning. Mom is bustling around the kitchen putting final touches to her O-sechi Ryori or special (very special) New Year’s Day (Oshogatsu) feast of sweet black beans, lovely O-zoni soup, Kamaboko, se…(753 words)

Japan Travel: Eat Excellent Shabu Shabu at Kanagawa-juku

Kanagawa-juku is the third of the fifty-three stations of the Tōkaidō. It is located in Kanagawa - Ku in the present-day city of Yokohama Japan. The photo dipicts a series of houses along side of ocean but one of these houses is a traditional restaurant, which serves “Shabu-Shabu” among other d…(351 words)

AustinA

Sushizanmai Roppongi Roi Bldg. Mae Branch

Sushizanmai Roppongi Roi Bldg. Mae Branch is recommended for international visitors who would like to have sushi at reasonable prices in the Roppongi area. They have English menu with all the fish names. Even in case you cannot find your favorite dish on the menu, you can try to ask a cook. He …(125 words)

KazuoN

Japan Foodie Info: Wine Dining Sakura (Budoshu Shokudo Sakura)

Budoshu Shokudo (Wine Dining) Sakura is recommended for those who would like to casually enjoy Italian foods, Pizza and Pasta, and good wine. Handmade pizza is baked in an original kiln in the open kitchen. They have a great wine selection and offer many choices of glass wine. A wine shop with …(118 words)

KazuoN

Healthy Tea for a Healthier YOU in Japan

My favorite tea found in Japan is called "Pu-Ar cha" and it can be found in most drug stores and some supermarkets. Originally from China and made from aged leaves, this has proven healthy and healing for me.When made in a heavy concentration and consumed after every meal, it can help you lose …(166 words)

Kong

Soul Food in Tokyo! Fried Chicken on Waffles, here we COME!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIAu4XQZ15g&feature=youtu.be"Desperate Housewives" star Vanessa Williams joined the opening party for Soul Food Snacks in Ginza. Some delicious waffles and fried chicken, honey baked ham and more, we are excited to see how the Japanese consumer will welcome th…(124 words)

Kong

Yokohama Marine Tower Summer Beer Garden

A Japanese summer just isn't complete without a visit to a beer garden. And although there are many to choose from, you'd be hard pressed to experience a more scenic one than at Yokohama's symbol of the city: the Yokohama Marine Tower.There you can enjoy BBQ at their open-air terrace on the gro…(173 words)

Former Deep Japan Writer

October Festival in Nagoya till July 21st

The October Festival in Nagoya started from July 5th.Right in the middle of Sakae.The sites are divided into two main areas, one is next to the TV tower (Angel Area) and the other is next to Matsuzakaya (Hisaya Area).Entrance fee is the free.I went last Sunday on a rainy day the area ha…(223 words)

Yuuki I

Sashimi vs. Sushi

Sashimi is a Japanese cuisine of fresh raw fish sliced into thin pieces. Sushi is a Japanese traditional food where you put a sliced raw fish on top of cooked vinegared rice (Su-meshi). A little bit of Wasabi would taste great on the Su-Meshi.“Su-Meshi” can be cooked at home easily. You can buy…(331 words)

Suetsumuhana

Beat the Japanese Heat with "Chilled Chinese"

Looking for a quick, light, satisfying lunch that will also refresh you during these muggy rainy season months? Do what the Japanese do, then: eat Chinese. Chilled Chinese, that is."Hiyashi chūka" (translation: "Chilled Chinese") is a Japanese dish consisting of chilled ramen noodles with vario…(189 words)

Former Deep Japan Writer

Ebisu Beer Museum

If you go to Ebisu, try Ebisu Beer Museum.You can see the Sapporo brewer factory( Ebisu beer is a one of Sapporo beer brand name)Even with kids, you can enjoy how to brew beer and after your tour, you can have a fresh tap beer many kind of Ebisu beer at their bar. There are some snack and s…(146 words)

yukorose

Nagashi-Somen, Delicious Noodles in Japan

One of the best things I like about Japan is that the 4-season weather system is clearly reflected in the culture. In fall, you enjoy the changing colors and the sanma. Winter is for oranges in a warm kotatsu at home. Spring, is of course SAKURA. Summer has multiple cultural highlights too. Waterme…(286 words)

GenS

Uji is THE place for Green Tea in Kyoto!!!

Uji-shi, Kyoto is THE PLACE to go for authentic Green Tea! Most places have cafe's inside where they serve the best Green Tea flavored sweets. Some include green tea parfait, green tea soft serve, green tea flavored shaved ice, and even green tea soba and udon noodles! Tsuen Tea, Nakamuratokichi, M…(90 words)

Momo

Ready for the Queen of New York Breakfasts Eggs Benedict?

First...the food. A first of a kind anywhere in the world! To tell us about her newest creation, the "Queen of Breakfasts in New York City", Sarabeth Levine, namesake of Sarabeth's at the opening of her third restaurant here in Tokyo at the new, just opened Shinagawa station location describing her…(253 words)

Kong

Champon - a MUST eat in Nagasaki

Each prefecture in Japan is famous for some type of food. In Nagasaki, the featured is Champon. Brought in from China, it is a fusion of Chinese noodles and Japanese ramen. This delicious dish, is filled with vegetables and seafood. The thick noodles add texture to Champon, as well.(55 words)

RieS

Japanese Themed Cafés

How many kinds of Japanese theme cafés do you know? Maid café, cat café, rabbit café...? Actually, Tokyo has variety of themed restaurants that you have never imagined. My recommendation for this summer 2014 is "Pikachu café" in Roppongi Hills! Everyone probably knows Pokémon and Pikachu, but who…(245 words)

Vegan Cafe in Aoyama

The Pure Cafe is one of my favorite cafe in Tokyo. I am not a vegetarian but I often go this place to calm my self.http://www.pure-cafe.com/The all dished are so tasty such as Sandwich with Rye Bread『 TANDOORI TOFU Sandwich 』,Grains Salad『 NASI GORENG 』and also their sweets are so good!…(116 words)

yukorose

The Fastest of Japanese Fast Foods: Kaitenzushi, Gyudon & Curry Rice

How do you define fast food? Let’s not think in categories such as burgers and fries, but consider what the fastest foods are you can order in a restaurant.Sushi is prepared very quickly and kaitenzushi is already waiting for you to take from the conveyor belt and eat. So as the fastest Japanes…(434 words)

David

Japanese 'fast-food' for foreigners

You might have heard of, or hear around you at times the Japanese word Gaijin, which literally means outside person, or non-Japanese. It is not originally meant to be disrespectful, just basically means foreigner. So for those who are foreigners and do not speak Japanese, but can’t get enough of th…(379 words)

Alex

Authentic Italian Napoli Pizza in Yokohama

Finding a credible pizzeria in Japan can sometimes seem impossible, but if you’re in Yokohama, all you need to do is make your way to Bashamichi's Pizzeria La casa di Nonno.La casa di Nonno is the real deal. It's as authentic as you can get without having to make the trip overseas (the cook act…(347 words)

Former Deep Japan Writer

Japanese-style depachika food courts

Japan has the most elegant restaurants as well as vending machines and convenient stores selling snacks and beverages on seemingly every corner. Somewhere in the middle on the gourmet scale are the food courts of the big department stores. Usually they are located in the department store basement a…(314 words)

David

Casual Waterfront Lunch or Dinner in Yokohama

Babel Bayside Kitchen is a craft beer and wine charcoal grill located in Yokohama Station's Bay Quarter (SOGO side). They've been serving delicious foods and drinks to all types of customers since April, 2013.In addition to their wonderful dishes, Babel Bayside Kitchen also boasts a prime water…(262 words)

Former Deep Japan Writer

Good Travel in Japan Includes Good Lunch

Make lunch one highlight of your days in Japan, because food is an important and celebrated part of travel in Japan. Japanese guidebooks introduce foods, cafes, restaurants, bentos, and food souvenirs to buy for your families, friends, and colleagues. Model day trips usually consist of visiting…(542 words)

David

Crab at Andy's / Shin Hinomoto

Under the train tracks close to Yūrakuchō Station, you'll find the friendly and oh so delicious restaurant Andy's / Shin Hinomoto.Andy's is a fish and seafood restaurant that comes highly recommended from everyone I've spoken to (and after my first visit, I surely understand why). Andy himself …(200 words)

Emelie Fågelstedt

Viron is a Patisserie French Jewel in Shibuya, Japan

You know a Patisserie is good when you stumble upon an elegant French couple staring intently at their handheld GPS trying to make out how to get there for breakfast. Viron in the upper reaches of Shibuya just in front of the Tokyu Department Store Honten and Bunkamura is my favorite haunt for …(609 words)

Amazing champagne bar

If you would like to have a fancy experience in Tokyo.Visit champagne bar heart of tokyo, aNA intercontinental tokyo.You can find beautiful bar counter created just for champagne.You can try 20 different kind of champagne also they serve a glass of champagne with healthy lunch!http://www.…(61 words)

yukorose

Taste of America presents - Escape to California! California Food & Culture

Our restaurant is having a terrific food & music event which is a great way to meet new people and enjoy a relaxing evening. Everyone welcome! https://www.facebook.com/events/717849554919293/Taste of America presents - Escape to California! California Food & Culture Night (2 great nights to j…(415 words)

Traci Pink Cow

A taste of Aomori in Tokyo

What comes to mind when you think of Aomori? Most people know that it is a prefecture in northern Japan. The northernmost prefecture on the main island of Honshu to be exact. Also, many would note that the prefecture is known for it's apples. Aomori apples are widely acclaimed for their quality and…(714 words)

Sweet Tokyo Skytree Souvenirs from Solamachi Mall

Solamachi "Sky City" Mall at Tokyo Skytree is one of the best places to go shopping for Tokyo souvenirs. This is a very big nice shopping mall with over 300 stores. There are many restaurants and cafes here as well. You could spend a rainy day inside.Solamachi is also very easy to find. It sits…(237 words)

David

Wine and Dine - Ninja Style!

I'm usually averse to theme-restaurants, especially the more obviously themed ones, but Ninja Kyoto Restaurant and Labyrinth in - where else - Kyoto has been put on my top-ten list of must visits while in the city.The venue is actually three different shops. There's Dining Theater Ninja, a "the…(475 words)

Former Deep Japan Writer

Shinjuku Awaodori Restaurant

There are many restaurants; there are not as many restaurant experiences. Some might say that any restaurant whose primary draw is not the food should not exist; I beg to differ, as the food of some localities is best experienced as a part of its culture. Awaodori is the cultural heritage of Tokush…(273 words)

mikekato

Delicious Sushi Adventure in Shibuya

This week I went to the small sushi izakaya Tamagawa in Shibuya for the first time. I had the opportunity to speak with the sushi chef. This is the chef's advice for really enjoying sushi:- Eat each piece of sushi in one bite.- Use your hands to eat sushi instead of chopsticks if you want.- T…(411 words)

David

Kyoto - City of...Falafel?

Falafel Garden has been a staple hangout for Kyoto locals since 2004. I was first taken there (by a Kyoto local) two years ago, only to be - like everyone else who's been there - completely astounded by one of the best falafels I have ever eaten. The food at Falafel Garden is made with "organic…(280 words)

Former Deep Japan Writer

Tamagawa Izakaya Sushi in Shibuya, Japan: There is a spirit in every grain of rice

As we sat on the one-piece blonde wood counter in the 20-something seat sushi restaurant just past the Hyakkendana red arch on Dogenzaka in one of Shibuya’s most Shibuya-like neighborhoods, the Ita-mae Sushi Taisho Mr. Yamaga speaks of eating Sushi in one piece, the intricacies of inter-customer tr…(531 words)

Kaisendon - Sashimi Pub Lunch at a Seafood Izakaya

How is your sushi vocabulary and experience? If you have tried a few sets of sushi and sashimi, try kaisendon. Kaisendon is sashimi on rice. Don 丼 is short for donburi, food served on top of a bowl full of rice. Magurodon for example is tuna on rice, kaisendon is mixed seafood on rice. It coul…(283 words)

David

One-day tour ? "Discover The Historic Kamakura together with Japanese locals! “

Why do you join our one-day tour? Some infomation here .10:00 am Gather at JR Kamakura Station. ▶Walk to Sugimotodera temple. ▶Have lunch at Kofuku Restaurant. ▶Explore Hokokuji Banboo temple. …(65 words)

sushiyanotsuma

Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Tokyo

Looking for a place to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Tokyo? You can find it at Hard Rock Cafe Tokyo (Roppongi). They have Rosat turkey and turkey plate. Both are available from Nov 16th. For Roast turkey, call 03-3408-7018 for order in advance. They also have various kinds of drink menus; wines, beers…(64 words)

shinR

Anime Genius in Japan: Sin-San

We call him “Master” and that honorific describes him to a “T”. The owner at a restaurant in Japan is often referred to as “Master” or in Japanese pronunciation “Masuta—“. Senpai Hint! When you are at a loss for how to address the guy in charge at a restaurant or bar in Japan, feel free to use …(803 words)

How to enjoy real JAPANESE SAKE("junmaishu") in Shibuya, Tokyo

Want to try tasting real Japanese sake together with nice "washoku"(Japanese cuisine) during your trip here? It can be tricky to pick a good one from a variety of Japanese sake offerings. You know what? It is tough for me although I am Japanese. Because there are more than 2,000 kinds!! It's natura…(396 words)

Eddie

Where to eat ROAST BEEF in Tokyo

Have you decided where you are going to have hiliday dinner with your family for this weekend? Hard Rock Cafe Tokyo serve juicy and tender ROAST BEFF as lmited time menu. They have also renewed their grand menu. Now you can enjoy new menu as well. For further information, please call 03-3408-7018.(53 words)

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