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This region north of Tokyo is Japan's best food destination—with a cat island, samurai history, and mountain hot springs

Often overlooked by travelers, Tohoku may be one of the most exciting parts of Japan.
Westword

Savor the History of Japanese American Food With a New Book by Gil Asakawa

Reading Tabemasho! Let’s Eat! feels like having a conversation with a friend – if your friend were an expert in Japanese American culture and had a story for each one of his excellent restaurant ...
Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Interest in Japan’s traditional cuisine has grown globally

The number of Japanese restaurants overseas more than tripled from about 55,000 in 2013 to 187,000 in 2023. Foreigners have increasingly traveled to Japan to gain traditional culinary knowledge — that ...

8 Japanese Street Foods to Seek Out, From Taiyaki to Yakitori

Some of Japan's most delicious, transportive meals are found on the street or inside modest, casual cafés. Even for street food, the bar in Japan is incredibly high. Here are some of the essential ...