Have you ever heard of “golden horse mackerel”? Unlike ordinary horse mackerels found in supermarkets, “golden horse mackerels” do not migrate, but stay in coastal and inner bays where food is plentiful. Recently, fried “golden horse mac...

It's early summer every day, and as the weather gets hotter, it's easier to eat noodles that go down your throat than rice, and we tend to reach for them more often. In the noodle connection from yesterday, I would like to feature local ...

Fukuoka is famous for its unique udon culture, which can be enjoyed with different toppings and side dishes from I like noodles in any way, but there is something I like just as much as udon: Sara Udon. I have heard that it is called “cr...

In Japan, 3:00 p.m. is considered snack time, and when I was a child, I remember waiting anxiously for that time to arrive. Among snacks, I loved Castella, and I remember going to my grandfather's house or visiting friends and enjoying t...

After 8:00 a.m. on weekday mornings, many Japanese are on a crowded train to get to work. Or many are rushing home to work after dropping their children off at kindergarten or elementary school. There is a space where you can enjoy a rel...

Continuing from the previous issue, this is another installment of the Fukuoka Udon series. Fukuoka is famous for its unique udon culture, which can be enjoyed with different toppings and side dishes from other regions. Specifically, the...

What do you think of Fukuoka's specialties? Mentaiko (spicy cod roe), mizutaki (rice casserole), and Hakata tonkotsu ramen. Don't people in Fukuoka eat Hakata tonkotsu ramen every day? Many people may think so. However, local people do n...

Continuing from yesterday, this is another installment in our convenience store series. In Japanese convenience stores, you will find small snacks and hot snacks next to the cash register. While waiting for the cashier, I picked up one a...

In Japan, there has long been a dish called “osozai” (side dishes). “Osozai” are supposed to be eaten with rice, and the combination of these “osozai” helps to maintain a good nutritional balance. I love “osozai” because they are an easy...

In Japan, there has long been a type of Japanese confectionery called “monaka. The “monaka” is a Japanese confectionery with a crispy crust and a sweet red bean paste that stands out for its elegant sweetness, and has been popular among ...

Japan has a wide variety of snacks, but it is the Japanese “gummy” that is hot with a full lineup and layers of products. Japanese gummies are popular overseas as well. Each manufacturer of Japanese gummies has a high level of product de...

Because of the wide variety of Japanese snacks, the use of natural ingredients, and strict quality control, they are Items and spaces with a Showa-era atmosphere have become a bit popular among the younger generation in Japan. I, for one...

What do you think of Fukuoka's specialties? Mentaiko (spicy cod roe), mizutaki (rice casserole), and Hakata tonkotsu ramen. Don't people in Fukuoka eat Hakata tonkotsu ramen every day? Many people may think so. However, local people do n...

For travelers visiting Japan from overseas, Japanese food culture is one of the biggest attractions. Sushi, ramen, and tempura are well-known worldwide, but one dish that is both easy to enjoy and representative of Japan is "gyudon." Gyu...

Popular among foreigners visiting Japan as a place where they can get a glimpse of real life in Japan are the popular izakaya (Japanese style pubs) in the city. Recently, the name “izakaya” is gradually gaining recognition overseas as we...

In this article, we would like to introduce some recommended Japanese snacks that you can purchase on Amazon, perfect for foreigners visiting Japan. With the increasing number of people coming to Japan for work or travel in recent years,...

Continuing from the previous issue, this is another installment of the Fukuoka Udon series. Fukuoka is famous for its unique udon culture, which can be enjoyed with different toppings and side dishes from other regions. Specifically, the...

In Japan, there has long been a dish called “osozai” (side dishes). “Osozai” are supposed to be eaten with rice, and the combination of these “osozai” helps to maintain a good nutritional balance. I love “osozai” because they are an easy...

While there are many foods that can be easily carried around and eaten overseas, such as pancakes and crepes, Japan is not to be outdone. In Japan, the culture of “konamono” (powdered food) has developed in a unique way, especially in Os...

In my previous article, I introduced Taiyaki, and this time I would like to tell you about Okonomiyaki, a representative of Japan's “flour culture”. Although there is a basic shape for okonomiyaki, it is very interesting to see how each ...

After 8:00 a.m. on weekday mornings, many Japanese are on a crowded train to get to work. Or many are rushing home to work after dropping their children off at kindergarten or elementary school. There is a space where you can enjoy a rel...

Japan has a vast network of convenience stores (commonly called “konbini”), each offering unique products and services. Below is a summary of the major convenience store chains in Japan. The quality of sweets, boxed lunches, and bread at...

Continuing from yesterday, this is another installment in our convenience store series. In Japanese convenience stores, you will find small snacks and hot snacks next to the cash register. While waiting for the cashier, I picked up one a...

In Japan, there has long been a type of Japanese confectionery called “monaka. The “monaka” is a Japanese confectionery with a crispy crust and a sweet red bean paste that stands out for its elegant sweetness, and has been popular among ...