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Wave of 'sushi terrorism' grips Japan’s restaurant world
The Guardian - Feb 03
Signature cuisine is at the centre of a police investigation after customers at revolving sushi restaurants posted video clips of themselves meddling with dishes
Conveyor belt sushi chain Sushiro files reputational damage report to police
NHK - Feb 02
The operator of major Japanese conveyor belt sushi restaurant chain Sushiro says it has filed a reputational damage report to the police over a video posted on social media showing disturbing behaviors by a customer.
Another wave of food price hikes awaits Japanese consumers in February
Japan Times - Feb 01
Japanese consumers will face another wave of food price hikes in February, the largest since October last year, a survey showed on Tuesday.
Uncovering The Mystery Behind Why Japanese Eels Are So Expensive
TTI - English - Jan 31
All I want for Christmas is a super expensive Japanese eel. I mean, I hate snakes but these ultra expensive and toxic snake-fishes are popular among Japanese food lovers for their exquisite taste and juicy tenderness.
Japanese Street Food Tour of Ishigaki Island
TabiEats - Jan 29
Ishigaki Island is located just under an hour from mainland Okinawa or 3 hours from Tokyo by plane. It has beautiful beaches, amazing scenery and delicious local food.
How 52,000 Pots Are Used To Age A Rare Japanese Black Vinegar
Insider Business - Jan 28
Kurozu is Japanese black vinegar made using a 200-year-old technique of naturally fermenting ingredients outdoors in giant clay pots.
Japan takes home first World Pastry Cup in over a decade
South China Morning Post - Jan 27
Japan is taking home the World Pastry Cup for the first time in 16 years.
Yamabushi and Buddhist Cuisine: Becoming an Ascetic Monk for a Day
Japan by Food - Jan 23
In today’s video, Shizuka goes on a spiritual journey up Mt. Haguro, dressed head to toe in a white uniform.
10 healthy eating habits of Japanese mom | in late 30's with two kids
Miwa's Japanese Cooking - Jan 23
Let me share my 10 healthy habits to stay healthy and productive. I'm a Japanese mom of two boys age 5 and 7.
$100 STREET Food Challenge in JAPAN
Wanderers Hub - Jan 20
Gold ice-cream, bubble tea... Indians try JAPANESE food for the first time.
Reasons Japanese Women Stay Slim and Don’t Look Old
Natural Ways - Jan 18
It’s the cuisine and lifestyle of Japanese people that keep them healthy and young looking. For example, Japanese food is based upon the principle of health and longevity. In fact, Japan is home to the world’s highest proportion of people who live more than 100 years.
Tohoku Deep Dive: Exploring Yamadera and Drinking with Friendly Locals!
Japan by Food - Jan 17
Shizuka visits Northern Tohoku region and spends a day in Yamagata, where she explores the stunning scenery and makes friends with locals.
Sansho Pepper: How Locals Use Japanese Pepper in Their Cuisine
Japan by Food - Jan 13
In this episode, Phoebe visits Wakayama's scenic countryside where she spends the day exploring the unique taste of sansho pepper and its various use.
Young Girls Teamwork Make LARGEST Braised Pork Combo in JAPAN!
Japanese food craftsman - Jan 09
These young girls amazing teamwork help make this 94 year old restaurants massive soy braised pork combo one of the largest in Japan.
Kare Raisu: How Curry And Rice Saved Japan's Navy And Gave It A National Dish
slurrp.com - Jan 03
The first Japanese recipe for curry, "raisukare," was published in 1872, just a few years after the Meiji era began.
Conveyor belt sushi's fascinating origin story
mashed.com - Dec 30
There's something appealing about the unique atmosphere of a sushi train or conveyor belt sushi restaurant. In Japan, the concept is known as kaiten zushi.
