Soba (buckwheat noodles) is an iconic part of Japanese food culture. During the Edo period, it was consumed more frequently than sushi or tempura, making it truly the food of the common people. Today, it remains a beloved traditional dis...

Natto—a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans—sits at a fascinating intersection of culinary tradition and cutting-edge nutritional science. While it has graced Japanese dining tables for centuries, the Western world is ...

Japan's religious landscape differs markedly from that of many other nations around the world. According to an NHK survey, only 36% of Japanese people identify as adherents to any formal religion, with 31% identifying as Buddhist and 3% ...

Expansive lawns, forest pathways, lush vegetation, and seasonal blooms that captivate the senses... Just steps from the bustling Shinjuku Station lies a verdant sanctuary where time seems to slow—welcome to Shinjuku Gyoen. Spanning an im...

The following ranking represents the top 20 favorite yoshoku (Japanese-style Western cuisine) dishes as voted by participants on "Minna no Ranking" (Everyone's Ranking) during the year leading up to March 10, 2025. "Minna no Ranking" is ...

Gyudon (beef bowl) restaurants are Japan's culinary time machines—delivering maximum satisfaction with minimum fuss. They orchestrate an unbeatable six-star symphony that no other fast food can match: wallet-friendly prices, lightning-fa...

Here’s a ranking of Tokyo’s best Yoshoku restaurants based on Tabelog ratings. On Tabelog, Japan’s most influential restaurant review site, establishments with scores above 3.2 are considered excellent, while those above 3.5 are highly s...

Kaiten-sushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurants have become an iconic part of Japanese food culture, offering affordable and accessible sushi experiences for everyone. Unlike high-end sushi establishments that cater primarily to corporate...

Are you planning a trip to Tokyo and curious about Japan's famous conveyor belt sushi restaurants? This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about kaiten-zushi (回転寿司) - from its fascinating history to...

What is Ramen? Ramen is a dish that originated when Chinese noodle dishes were introduced to Japan and fused with Japanese food culture. First brought to Japan during the Meiji era, these Chinese noodle dishes evolved to suit Japanese ta...