Food

Abalone newly listed as endangered species
NHK - Dec 12
The International Union for Conservation of Nature has for the first time designated varieties of abalone shellfish on its Red List of Threatened Species.

Prices surge for bluefin tuna in Japan
Japan Times - Dec 12
Prices of bluefin tuna, which is in season, are surging in Japan, worrying fish market buyers and merchants ahead of the year-end and New Year’s holiday period.

Covid-convenient frozen food chosen as ‘dish of the year’ by Japanese research firm
South China Morning Post - Dec 10
Frozen food was selected as Japan’s “dish of the year” for 2022 by the Gurunavi Research Institute on December 6.

Day Trip to Hakone from Tokyo: Volcanic Valley, Black Eggs and Pirate Ships!
Japan by Food - Dec 05
One of the most popular destinations for a day trip from Tokyo, Hakone is a hot springs town full of beautiful views and tasty treats.

Behind the Counter at a Japanese Soba Izakaya Restaurant
Paolo fromTOKYO - Dec 03
Just a one minute walk from Shimbashi station, you’ll find a hidden local Japanese soba noodle shop, Sukehei.

How to Make Vegan Sushi | Healthy Japanese Food Recipe
Kimono Mom - Dec 03
Today we made Temari Sushi. It's easy to make with ingredients you can find anywhere in the world!

Bonenkai restaurant bookings bounce back in Japan
NHK - Nov 29
The time-honored tradition of ringing the year out with a restaurant party is making a comeback in Japan, according to a major online booking site that says reservations are at nearly 70 percent of the level seen just before the pandemic.

Omakase Tempura Course Meal in Central Tokyo!
Japan by Food - Nov 29
In today's video, Shizuka dresses up to enjoy an omakase (chef's choice) tempura course at Tempura Ono. Celebrated chef Koichiro Shimura presents a beautiful course meal of tempura, highlighting seasonal flavors and premium ingredients.

First time Experiencing Sushi Omakase in Japan
Chonnyday - Nov 29
We have never experienced sushi like this. We were lucky enough to try the SUSHI at Andaz Tokyo

Veganism on the rise among health-conscious in Japan
Japan Times - Nov 29
Vegans in Japan are finding life much easier with a wide variety of foods to choose from, including specialty items such as “pork bone” ramen and even “cheesecake.”

The Oldest Tea House in the World! Exploring Uji Kyoto
Japan by Food - Nov 21
How much matcha is too matcha? Never enough in this Kyoto town! Shizuka travels to Uji, the birthplace of this quintessential Japanese green tea, to find out.

New Japanese Convenience Store Must-Try Foods for Travelers
Paolo fromTOKYO - Nov 20
These are definitely Japan food items at a conbini that you should try.

Eat your way through Japan's most famous shopping street, Togoshiginza!
WAO RYU!ONLY in JAPAN - Nov 19
Togoshi Ginza is the most famous shopping street in Japan. This is because it is the shopping district with the most TV locations in Japan.

Beaujolais Nouveau prices soar for Japanese consumers
NHK - Nov 17
It is Beaujolais Nouveau time again, but this year the French wine may leave a bitter taste for Japanese consumers. Prices have surged due to the conflict in Ukraine and the weak yen.

Zauo Fishing Izakaya Restaurant in Shinjuku Tokyo
SAMURAI JUNJIRO Channel - Nov 17
Food Guide for Zauo, a Japanese Fishing Izakaya Restaurant - Zauo is a fishing restaurant where you can catch your own fish and have them cooked into sashimi, grilled fish, and other dishes.

4 days in Fukuoka, Japan: how to eat your way through the city
lonelyplanet.com - Nov 16
Located at the tip of northern Kyūshū, friendly and sunny Fukuoka has a coastal location on a bustling trading route that has historically made it a popular choice to visit in Japan.