TOKYO, Mar 18 (South China Morning Post) - Tourists have been flocking to the Heckeln coffee shop in Tokyo to see its owner Shizuo Mori dislodge caramel sauce puddings from their tins.
Mori’s trademark of using a circular motion, which the 80-year-old said was easier on his wrists, has gone viral on social media. Mori said on March 15, 2023, that he was very surprised to see posts of himself on TikTok and Instagram. ...continue reading
The impact of rising prices is being felt at summer festivals, with essential items like ice shavings and goldfish scooping seeing significant price increases.
Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare have announced the average life expectancy for Japanese people last year, with women having an average life expectancy of 87.14 years, and men 81.09 years, both about half a month higher than the previous year.
Theft of air conditioner outdoor units has surged as Japan's heatwave continues, leaving some businesses unable to run critical cooling systems.
As power harassment allegations against the governor of Hyogo Prefecture continue to swirl, it has been revealed that another prefectural employee has passed away, with the prefecture delaying a formal announcement of the death by 3 months.
Osaka has topped the 'Japan Urban Power Rankings' for the fourth consecutive year. Conducted by Mori Building's think tank, the ranking evaluates 136 cities across Japan in six categories, including economy, culture, and environment.
A hidden omakase sushi spot in one of Tokyo's most heavily trafficked hubs, that’s delicious and traditional, yet modern, young and tourist-friendly. That's Sushi Hajime. (Japan by Food)
Tokyo Japanese Food tour at Japan's newly created spot in Azabudai Hills. This is the full tour experience of this location just nestled between Kamiyacho and Roppongi-Itchome station, Azabudai Hills feels like a little modern garden city all of its own. (Paolo fromTOKYO)
A visit to Lien in Kyoto to have Garlic Rice with Curry sauce as part of a lunch menu - Restaurant name: Teppansousaku Lien (Aden Films)
Did you know that tourists have been banned from Kyoto, Japan's beloved Geisha district? Due to increasing instances of inappropriate tourist behavior, the local government has decided to ban tourists from certain parts of the traditional and historic Gion area. (Japan by Food)
Osaka for Foodies on a Budget! Here are Stephanie’s BEST street food, restaurant and cheap eats recommendations! Osaka is a food paradise, renowned for its accessible and affordable cuisine, including food stall snacks and Michelin-rated dishes. Together, we will explore the best budget-friendly eats around the famous Dotonbori and Namba areas and discover the most delicious, must-try spots in 2024! (Japan by Food)
The food that is prepared at this Japanese boys high school is of the highest quality! This chef takes pride in serving the students healthy and delicious meals, some of the quality of the dishes will amaze you! The students seem to love it! (Japanese Food Craftsman)
Nestled in the mountains of Hitachiota City, Ibaraki, we found a queue even before opening hours. The shop, called Jikyuan, is a soba noodle restaurant. Ogawa Nobuo, the owner, first opened Jikyuan in 1990 in Asagaya, Tokyo. In 2002, he moved to his hometown of Ibaraki and started a restaurant using soba he cultivated himself.
On hot and humid days in Tokyo, nothing beats a matcha gelato. A specialty matcha gelato shop in Asakusa was bustling with foreign customers on Thursday. The shop offers seven types of matcha gelato, each with varying degrees of richness. The most popular is made with the highest quality matcha, which has won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award.
