Cherry blossom-flavored tacos are a unique addition to Japan’s spring-themed dishes
When you think of tacos, you might think of the typical tortilla dish filled with a mixture of meat and vegetables, but Taco Fanatico in…
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Little Ethiopia: a taste of highland east Africa in Katsushika-ku
Yotsugi, a run of the mill neighbourhood on the east side of Tokyo has become home to a large number of Ethiopians in recent years….
Promoting Better Food Diversity: Okinawan Buffet Launches Muslim-Friendly Menu
The healthy eating buffet, Churashima of Okinawa World, Naha, launched a new menu in February offering Muslim friendly dishes in order to provide food diversity…
Gourmet lunch and telework plan at Hyoki, Kasuitei & Hyoto luxury restaurants is a steal
Now that the novel coronavirus pandemic has prompted Japanese companies to take measures to protect the safety of their employees, many of them are teleworking…
New Kombucha Drink Rolling Out at Tokyo Midtown’s Ukafe
Sparkling fermented tea, KOMBUCHA_SHIP, is coming to grace the menu at Tokyo Midtown’s ukafe from Wednesday April 1, 2020. KOMBUCHA_SHIP is currently being sold in…
Pokémon Cafe Adds Gigantamax Pikachu & Eevee, Yamper, Zigzagoon, Eiscue to their menu
In the third release of its Sword and Shield lineup this year, Pokémon Cafe is adding exciting sweet and savory offerings featuring Gigantamax Pikachu and…
Where to Find Great Craft Beer Bars in Japan? Best Tokyo Craft Beer Picks
The craft beer industry has grown considerably in Japan over the past years and has now dozens of places you can enjoy a good glass…
Tea in Japan: A complete guide to Japanese Tea
Tea is an irreplaceable part of the Japanese Culture and comes in dozens of various types, so even if you are not a fan of…
Feel like a princess with Beauty and the Beast-Themed “Princess Afternoon Tea” this April
Fans of the timeless Disney classic Beauty and the Beast who plan to be in the Tokyo area between April 1st and June 29th have…
The vegan rave where everyone devours an edible mandala at a set hour
‘Do you guys like raving’, my partner’s vegan friend asks us. I, for the record, do not. But then he mentions the edible mandala. LIFE…
Donguri: A Showa Retro Restaurant Where Orders Come Floating Downstream
You’ve probably heard of kaiten-zushi, restaurants where sushi plates are delivered to customers on a rotating conveyor belt. One Japanese restaurant takes a radically different…
Come and enjoy “Sakura Afternoon Tea” in Nihonbashi, Tokyo
The Royal Park Hotel in Nihonbashi, Tokyo introduces “Sakura afternoon Tea” to celebrate the coming of spring and the cherry blossom season. From March 15…
Boba tea stand Metcha Matcha has a sensational strawberry lineup for Spring
As we’ve seen before on grape Japan, boba tea stand Metcha Matcha prides itself on its delicious drinks and desserts which blend the delights of…
Two-For-One Ramen for Pairs on Valentine’s Day at Ippudo Ramen Shops Nationwide
Are you a ramen lover spending Valentine’s Day in Japan this year? If you’re here with your Valentine or just looking for a good deal…
The Ramen Chain Changing Ramen’s Macho Image
Ramen is a quintessential Japanese dining experience. A thick bowl of meaty, tender noodle filled broth, gulped down in dimly lit wooden restaurants to the…