Nov 28 (Japan by Food) - What makes high-end tempura different from the more affordable options you can find at convenience stores and supermarkets in Japan? Hear it from Chef Shimura, a tempura master who has been perfecting the art of golden tempura fritters for over two decades.
Nagoya is on the verge of a major transformation. Over the next decade, the cityscape is expected to undergo a dramatic shift as large-scale redevelopment projects reshape its urban core. The focus is on three key districts—Meieki, Sakae, and Kanayama—each developing in a way that highlights its own unique strengths.
Scholars affiliated with the Science Council of Japan formed a symbolic human chain in front of the National Diet building on May 8th, calling for revisions to the government’s proposed reform bill targeting the council’s structure, as deliberations enter their final phase in the Diet.
Across Japan, road collapses have been occurring with increasing frequency, often blamed on aging infrastructure. In one recent incident in Ashioshi, Saitama Prefecture, a truck was swallowed by a gaping sinkhole.
Two men who were arrested for forcibly entering an elementary school in Tachikawa City, Tokyo, and assaulting staff members have been identified as friends of a student's mother. One of the suspects denies the charges, claiming he was only brushing people off after being restrained.
Cherry blossoms have begun to bloom in Wakkanai and Kushiro, marking the near completion of Japan's cherry blossom front for 2025.
Sakura shrimp, known as the 'Jewel of Suruga Bay,' are showing signs of recovery after years of declining catches that have troubled the local fishing industry.
We were caught off guard at how in sync these twin sisters are selling 200 crepes a day at this Crepe shop. They seem to be reading each other's minds the whole time and they always laugh on cue. It's no wonder their crepe shop is so popular! (Japanese Food Craftsman)
Today we visited Kokuryu, a Japanese restaurant in Osaka known for its incredible 20-course omakase menu. Every dish was beautifully crafted, seasonal, and bursting with flavor. From delicate sashimi to melt-in-your-mouth wagyu, it was a journey we’ll never forget. (TabiEats)
The annual Whale Memorial Service was held in Taiji Town, Wakayama Prefecture, known as a whaling town, to express gratitude for whales that have long contributed to Japan's food culture.
Shizuka is on a quest to try foods that went viral on the Japanese internet, and today in Episode 3 of our series, she's trying FOUR viral eats all located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Are they worth the hype? (Japan by Food)
Soybeans steamed to a tender finish in a pressure cooker — this is the foundation of 'Izu Natto,' made from locally grown soybeans and the water of Izu.
We visited three different food truck spots and tasted a variety of mouthwatering dishes. (TabiEats)
Sushi is a Japanese cultural staple that's become famous ALL over the globe. But, when you finally arrive in Japan, where can you get the best and most fresh sushi? (Japan by Food)
