Food and Drink
Japanese Twitter is Shook by Quality of New Pikachu Donuts
And it’s not in a good way.
By Kelsey Lark 2 min read
Japan Now Has a Pringles Flavor Cup Ramen
Once you slurp you can’t stop.
This Bud’s for You: Tap into Japan’s Craft Beer Scene
Hop on board Japan’s microbrew train with this guide to some of the country’s best beers and where to find them.
Surviving the Enkai: How to Prepare for Japanese Drinking Culture at Work
Whether you love drinking with colleagues or hate it, it’s a necessary part of life in Japan. Here are some tips to get you through your first — or next — work party.
Let’s Eat! 5 Scary Japanese Foods and Why You Should Try Them
To experience the pleasure, you must also brave the pain of Japan’s complex culinary underworld.
4 Cold Ramen Dishes for the Sweltering Japanese Summer
Bowls of Japan’s famous noodle-based soup don’t always have to be served scalding hot. There are several chilled variations that can be enjoyed in the notoriously hot Japanese summer months.
5 of the Best Places For Craft Beer in Tokyo
Tap into a new drinking experience with a few of the best spots in the city for craft beer.
All About Ocha: The Wonderful World of Japanese Tea
Whether you drink it hot, cold, bagged, powdered, loose leaf, in jeans or in a kimono — green tea is inextricably linked with Japanese culture. From “matcha” to “houjicha,” here’s our guide to enjoying the many different styles.
Sake Cheat Sheet: Get Your Drink on with This Handy Guide to Nihonshu
An introductory guide to Japan’s national tipple.
Slices of Japanese Life that Keep me Coming Back for More
The joy of everyday discoveries and bonding with locals over food, glorious food.
These 5 Companies are Here to Help You Host the Best Summer BBQ in Japan
Whether you’re planning an international Fourth of July hoedown or a new ALTs meat-and-greet, these five businesses are here to make sure your barbecue is prime grade.
Mochi Mochi Nippon! All You Need to Know about Japan’s Ubiquitous Rice Cakes
It’s beaten, sweetened and eaten all across the country in infinite varieties and on all occasions. Here’s a quick primer and a short warning on this ever-present treat.
