Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Food / Dining
Akari’s Summer Donburi Recipe: Salmon and Avocado Poke Bowl
Craving something cool and easy? Try this no-cook salmon & avocado poke bowl recipe…
Kombu: Japan’s Seaweed Marvel
Explore the world of Japanese kombu, from traditions to dashi-making tips, varieties, and the…
Recommended English Recipe Medias for Japanese Food
We would like to introduce a Japanese food recipe site of our choice. Each…
Unlocking the Secrets of Natto
Learn about natto with a visit to Sendai-ya, where inventive dishes reimagine this iconic…
Caroline’s Table: The Story Behind Pickled Plum
Chef and blogger Caroline shares her journey through Pickled Plum, a beloved site for…
Japanese Otsumami: Easy Karaage Recipe & Izakaya Bites
Enjoy a night in with otsumami, classic izakaya bar bites like yakitori and pickles,…
Discovering the Charms of Japanese Whisky
Read further to learn about what Japanese whisky is about, its history, and all…
Tokyo's Best Kakigori: Where to Eat Shaved Ice Like a Local
Discover Himitsudo, Tokyo’s first shaved ice shop, serving fluffy, hand-shaved ice topped with fresh…
Nakazawa Hiroko
Celebrate Summer with a Japanese Festival Party!
Make a party extraordinary by bringing the joyful spirit of a Japanese festival, called…
Recipe: Hearty Katsudon & Matching Table Setting
Learn how to make katsudon at home with our easy recipe and tips, plus…
A Tasty Tour of Japan's Seasonal Summer Sweets
Explore Japan’s seasonal summer wagashi, from refreshing shaved ice to jewel-like mizu manju, each…
Master Tamagoyaki with a Copper Pan
Master fluffy Japanese omelettes with a copper tamagoyaki pan. Learn step-by-step tips, care instructions,…
A Sparkling Journey Through Japanese Soda Ramune
Learn about Ramune, Japan’s nostalgic summer soda, from its British roots to its iconic…
Hirata Paku Kayoko
Recipe: Mizu Yokan for A Sweet Summer Table
Learn how to make, chill, slice, and serve refreshing mizu yokan with Japanese plates…
Uncover Japanese Distilled Gin at Fukagawa Distillery
Explore Fukagawa Distillery, a Tokyo-based gin maker blending scientific glasswork, Japanese botanicals, and artistry.
Nakazawa Hiroko
Three Irresistible Japanese Rice Recipes to Try at Home
Discover 3 Japanese donabe rice recipes: fluffy white rice, savory salmon, and seasonal mixed…
Enjoy Cooking Rice in a Hagama Banko Donabe Rice Cooker!
Enjoy rich, fluffy rice with the Hagama Banko Donabe Rice Cooker.
A Taste of the Season: Matsuri-Style
Celebrate Japanese summer at home with shareable bites and festive Mino ware bowls and…
Guide to Bento Boxes
Explore the beauty and culture of Japanese bento boxes. Learn about their history, box…
Street Eats & Summer Beats: Your Guide to Japan’s Festival Yatai
Explore Japan’s summer festivals through yatai, vibrant food stalls serving takoyaki, kakigori, and more…
Summer Sips in Adorable Matcha Bowls
Enjoy chilled matcha in charming handmade bowls featuring frogs, Mt. Fuji, and more for…
Breezy Bites: Summer in Blue-and-White
Host a relaxed summer buffet with sometsuke blue-and-white tableware, refreshing Edo glass, and seasonal…
Stacked for Summer: Bento in Bamboo
Set the table for summer with bamboo bento boxes, airy glassware, and seasonal Japanese…
Dive into the Umami Wonderland of Dashi Soup
Learn how dashi is made and explore its rich umami and history at Tokyo’s…