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The biting February wind whips off the Sea of Japan, carrying with it the scent of brine and distant snow. In Otaru, a picturesque port city just a 40-minute train ride west of Sap...

The crisp, clean air of Hokkaido bites at your cheeks, a refreshing contrast to the creamy dream swirling in your hand. It’s February 25th, 2026, and while the snow blankets the la...

The sizzle. That’s what gets you first. A furious, tantalizing hiss as sweet soy glaze kisses the hot iron grill, the scent of caramelized sugar and umami swirling together in the ...

The salty, bracing wind whips off the Sea of Japan, stinging my cheeks as I stand on the rugged coast of Rishiri Island. The air, thick with the scent of brine and sun-baked seawee...

The humid Tokyo air, thick with the scent of grilling yakitori and exhaust fumes, hits you the moment you step out of Shinjuku Station. It’s the same air that clung to the melancho...

Japan is synonymous with ramen, and even seasoned travelers have barely scratched the surface of its vast regional variations. But forget hopping all over the country; for a concen...

Japan, an archipelago nation kissed by the Pacific, has a culinary soul deeply intertwined with the bounty of the sea. While sushi and sashimi are undeniably iconic ambassadors of ...

In a world often divided by political tensions, cultural exchange remains a powerful bridge. A recent Kyodo News report highlights how Japan's envoy in China is continuing to share...

Japan's culinary landscape is as diverse as its breathtaking scenery, and for those seeking an authentic taste of Japan right here in the United States, exciting news is brewing. E...

Cincinnati, Ohio might seem a world away from the vibrant culinary landscapes of Japan, but that’s about to change. News outlets like WLWT have announced the arrival of a groundbre...