Food and Drink
Why Are These Things So Expensive in Japan?
Movies, pizza, bullet trains and mobile phones seem more expensive in Japan than elsewhere. Here's how you can save.
By Liam Carrigan 8 min read
7 Convenience Store Items for Vegetarians in Japan
A survival guide for meatless options in Japanese convenience stores.
Ginza 300 Bar: Homegrown, Handmade and High-Quality
The friendliest — and cheapest — bar in Ginza is an awesome cocktail spot for locals and travelers alike.
3 Simple Ways to Discover Japan’s Unique Food Culture
Let Japan and its unique culture of food blow your mind — and your senses — with amazing “konbini,” exclusive “ekiben” and subterranean “depachika.”
7 Food Theme Parks and Museums in Japan for the Hungry Traveler
Take a culinary adventure to these Japanese destinations where playing with your food is encouraged!
5 Craft Beer Festivals to Attend in Japan this Spring
Lovers of craft brew unite! As spring approaches celebrations of beer blossom!
Nescafe Opens Their First Nap Cafe in Oimachi, Tokyo
Offering a customizable chair or bed, pillow, and lighting, plus more coffee than is probably safe to drink.
Starbucks has started selling its cherry blossom-themed drinks and products for 2019
The "Sakuraful" Milk Latte and Frappuccino go on sale today, along with a new line of pink products.
A Gourmet Guide to Musashino, West Tokyo
Drool over the foodscape in Kichijoji and Musashi Sakai.
Japanese Twitter is Shook by Quality of New Pikachu Donuts
And it’s not in a good way.
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.
