Food

When most people think of Japanese culture, the first thing that comes to mind is anime.; Is anime enough to properly embody and exhibit the many aspects of a country's...

All of us could use a trip to Japan right now. One of the greatest joys of travel is discovering new and exciting cuisines, especially in Japan where you can...

Pizza is without a doubt one of the world's most popular foods. It’s a savory treat that can be found just right around the corner in any neighborhood. This iconic...

If you watch anime or you are interested in Japanese pop culture, it is likely that you know of the word “kawaii”. This Japanese word is frequently used by Japanese...

While we love to indulge ourselves with tasty treats from time to time, there’s just something about anime food that makes our mouths water and our tummies rumble. Even after...

HEAVENSAKE are the new major players in the Sake game; representing the union of traditional Japanese sake-making practices with sophisticated French Champagne assemblage techniques, allowing for interesting and unique new...

Japan’s national mould: Koji, so integral to the Japanese diet that no meal in Japan is complete without it. Koji is a filamentous mould (moulds are a type of fungus),...

It shouldn’t come as a surprise, from the country known as the ‘land of the rising sun’, that symbolism plays an important role in Japanese culture. The crane, for instance,...

It’s not about going vegan, it’s actually much simpler It’s not that I don’t want to go vegan — thinking about the environmental impact of meat consumption and the health...

Understanding and enjoying Japanese food culture begins with restaurants' honest attention to produce, freshness, seasonality, and, most importantly, what are the best ingredients available. One encounter in a Japanese restaurant...

Taking care of your health and sticking to a good diet and exercise routine is a no-brainer these days. In order to fight off viruses and maintain a healthy immune...

Visit a McDonald’s in Japan and you’ll understand why Whenever I talk to someone who has visited Japan, an ex-pat who has lived there or a tourist just passing by,...

Bottomless brunches have become a staple part of cosmopolitan city life and are always a great way to get together with some friends and indulge. Whether you’re looking for small...

There's no better way to get into the true spirit of the festive season than by joining us at Yokimono's Japanese Xmas Market! Hosted by Furuki Yo-Kimono at The FACTORY...

Bento Boxes are a great way to enjoy a healthy, convenient meal, It’s filled with rice, protein, and vegetables to provide balanced nutrition for the day; aka the perfect lunch...

I’m no biohacker, but I have a profound interest in nutrition, food, and how we can optimize our health and well-being. So of course, I always read and watch a...

We sat down with ​​Michael Bobrove Founder & CEO of HealthyTOKYO - a company pioneering the use of CBD in Japan. All of their products are made in Japan. All...

Taking place from Monday 27th September to Sunday 3rd October 2021 in Covent Garden and across the city, the Japan Week Festival, in association with Grand Seiko, will celebrate London’s...

David Watts Barton, award-winning writer, editor, musician, and author of the recently published book Japan from Anime to Zen, joined us for a chat. David's book provides all those intrigued...

What makes WA Café such a popular Japanese patisserie? Japanese Seasonal Specialities Autumn Panna Cotta Hojicha Latte Which WA Japanese Patisserie? For decades, Japanese pastry chefs learned their trade in...

The NFT boom, according to sceptics, was nothing more than a hype-driven “lockdown-era” bubble that had burst. But many experts believe the landscape is evolving and that the crash was...

History of Japanese Beer Drinking Culture in Japan Drinking Customs Japanese Beer Brands Asahi Super Dry: Japan’s Most Popular Beer Sapporo: Japan’s First Beer Kirin Lager: Japan’s Largest Brewery Suntory...

Timeline of Sake Authentic London Sake: sets & cups The Craft of Japanese Sake Sake | How It's Made Why London Sake? A Journey of Tastes Start your Sake Journey...

Eating Habits Start Early The Japanese Diet Fish Obsessed Why is it so Easy to be Thin in Japan? Current Cafe: Healthy Japanese Eating Stop by for a Healthy Treat!...

HAVAN Tea Products Origins of Matcha & Zen Buddhism Tea Ceremonies in Japan Sen no Rikyū Tea Ceremonies in Japan (and Britain!) Matcha Tea Bars: Todays Craze How to Make...

Over the years, the popularity of ‘Anime Subscription Boxes’ has boomed. Combining monthly subscriptions for Anime fans is a great way to express their loyalty as part of the Anime...

The Birth of AI NO MOCHI AI NO MOCHI Flavours AI NO MOCHI: A perfect Gift (every time!) A perfect Gift (every time!) Here in the UK, we know how...

The Iconic Hario V60 Hario V60 at the World Brewers Cup Getting started with V60 – A beginner’s guide Perfecting your technique The Hario V60 dripper and its variations Our...

2015 was a moment in history that changed Japanese whiskey forever. This was the year that the reputable whiskey critic Jim Murray named in his Whiskey Bible a Japanese whiskey...

How Japanese green tea is grown? Let’s get to know all types of Japanese green tea… Sencha Gyokuro Matcha Genmaicha Hojicha Konacha Shincha Bancha Fukamushicha Funmatsucha Yamecha Aracha Kabusecha Mugicha...

Eat Out to Help Out Chancellor of the Exchequer: Rishi Sunak How do I find an Eat Out to Help Out Restaurant? Japanese Eat Out to Help Out Restaurants in...

What exactly is Gyoza? Gyoza: Inspired by the Chinese dumpling What types of Gyoza are there? Yaki Gyoza (pan-fried) Sui Gyoza (boiled) Age Gyoza (deep-fried) Mushi Gyoza (steamed) Hanetsuki Gyoza...

Ever wondered what Ponyo's favourite noodle dish tasted like? Ever thought what Pikachu was snacking on from Brock’s satchel? Ever wanted to try the variety of cute-looking dishes in Studio...

Sushi Sashimi Nigiri Temaki Chirashizushi Hosomaki Futomaki Uramaki Onigiri Gunkanmaki Sasamaki Oshizushi Fugu Rice Dishes Japanese Curry Donburi Hayashi Rice Omurice Tamago Kake Gohan Ochazuke Kamameshi Takikomi Gohan Sekihan Yaki...

Known for their fluffy texture, Japanese pancakes aka Soufflé pancakes don’t taste dissimilar to your average American pancake. What is different, however, is their height – these things are thick...

1. Meiji Meltykiss: Matcha 2. Tonkotsu Ramen 3. Pizza Man 4. TaiyakiComing from England, a land known worldwide for its bland, beige, sloppy brown dishes (that English people love), the experiments...

Matcha has been one of the most popular food trends ever that still continues to go strong, thanks to its high antioxidant content and ability to deliver a natural energy...

Having developed a (borderline unhealthy) obsession with the artistry of the plant-based Instagram account @shisodelicious I was beyond excited to be invited by Sara Kiyo Popowa, the incredible artist behind...

Kanada-Ya IPPUDO Monohon Ramen Okan Ramen Bento Ramen Looking for some of that delicious broth and noodle combo that only Ramen can bring? Check Our Top 5 Ramen restaurant recommendations...

1. Juniroku Doburoku (sweet acid unpasteurised sake) 2. Kisaki 28 Junmai Daiginjo 3. Amanoto Silky Tokubetsu Junmai (roughly filtered sake) 4. Shirakawago Junmai (roughly filtered unpasteurised fresh sake) 5. Kisaki...

Hyper Japan is back to break through the winter chills with steaming ramen, live music, and soul-warming Japanese tea. In the build-up to London's largest Japanese convention, I've picked out...

While it’s certainly true that cheese is for the French what sake is for the Japanese, combining the two may seem an unusual pairing for even the foodiest of foodies....

If you’re a fan of sake and live in London, chances are you’ve heard of Kanpai Sake, the UK's first Sake Brewery, crafting British style Sake using traditional Japanese techniques...

Founder of Good Mood Matcha, Max Cheong, has been hooked on matcha’s earthiness and unique umami flavours for as long as he can remember. Inspired by the health benefits of...

Following a successful first event, London Sake Brewer’s Club is set to make waves in the cities fine wining and dining scene, attracting experts, enthusiasts and sake-virgins, alike! The organisation...

Last week, the Japan Centre re-opened its doors to lovers of Japanese cuisine in London. The beautifully designed new premise transports customers back to the old Depachika of Tokyo (except cleaner!)....