Food / Dining

Charmed Over with Blue and White

Enjoy a serene tea moment with Singama’s blue-and-white porcelain, featuring sakura and camellia designs.

Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji

Step inside a Tsukiji workshop to see how Edo-style fu is handmade and why this humble vegan food deserves a second look.

Clay Pot Delights for Children's Day

Celebrate Children’s Day with a festive seasonal dishes and playful plates set around a chrysanthemum donabe.

France to Japan: A Chef’s Cross-Border Culinary Journey

Discover Chef Victor Emmanuel’s journey from French fine dining to crafting luxury Japanese cuisine and sushi.

An Afternoon with Pristine Porcelain

Savor the serenity of celadon from Nabeshima Kosen Kiln. A tranquil table setting of tea, wagashi, and seasonal beauty.

Sakura Bento Days: A Hanami Picnic for Two

Set a cherry blossom picnic for two with bento boxes, sakeware, and spring treats. Simple, seasonal, and serene.

How to Plate Sushi at Home

Master sushi plating with expert tips for nigiri, maki, chirashi, and temaki using simple yet stunning techniques.

Spring Fresh: Exploring Japan’s Delicious Fruit Sandwiches

Explore artistry behind Japan’s fruit sandwiches at at Shinjuku Takano Fruits Parlor in Tokyo.

Basking in the Beauty of Late Spring

Enjoy late spring dining with Touan’s floral crystalline rice bowls and teacups, bringing seasonal beauty to your table.

Japanese Soul Food: The Irresistible Charm of Sanuki Udon

At Kuranosuke in Tokyo, discover Sanuki udon—made with chewy handmade noodles, rich dashi, and deeply-rooted traditions.

Bringing Hanami Home: A Spring Bento

Enjoy hanami at home with a jubako bento, seasonal dishes, and cherry blossom accents that capture the beauty of spring.

Japanese Strawberries: the Herald of Spring

From Amaou to rare white varieties, learn about Japan’s strawberries, their history, cultivation, and use in desserts.

Unbelievably Gluten-Free: Jiyugaoka Bakery's Challenge

Jiyugaoka Bakery crafts 100% rice flour bread and cakes, redefining gluten-free in Japan with unique flavors and textures.

Step Back in Time at Tokyo’s Oldest Dagashi Shop

Visit Kamikawaguchiya and experience 240 years of history through nostalgic penny-shaped candies and timeless charm.

Steeped in Elegance: A Refined Tea Affair

Celebrate spring with Arita ware and lacquerware, pastel hues, and seasonal sweets for a refined and serene tea gathering.

Homemade Miso: Crafting Japan’s Signature Fermented Seasoning

Explore the history of miso, the role of koji, and the process of making homemade miso using traditional methods.