by Angelie | Nov 6, 2024 | Life in Japan, Japan Nightlife, Japanese culture, Japanese food & Drinks
Tokyo’s nightlife is a thrilling experience, offering everything from cosy hidden bars and themed clubs to vibrant streets that come alive after dark. But for foreigners who don’t speak Japanese, this maze of neon lights and alleyways can seem daunting. Thankfully,...
by Danica | Jul 3, 2024 | Places in Japan, Japan Travel, Japanese food & Drinks
Tsukiji Market, a neighbourhood in Chuo City, Tokyo, is home to around 400 shops offering various fish, meat, kitchen utensils, and more. Tsukiji translates to “constructed land” because, in 1657, a great fire prompted the Tokugawa shogunate to fill in the...
by Venese | Jul 1, 2024 | Japanese culture, Japanese food & Drinks, Japanese Language, Life in Japan
If you want to discover more about the history of Japan, Japanese culture, Japan travel, living in Japan, or just discovering more about Japan in general, listening to podcasts is a great way to go. There are many different podcasts about Japan that you can...
by Danica | Apr 9, 2024 | Japan Travel, Japanese culture, Japanese food & Drinks
There’s an endless array of variations on the classic ramen – from soy sauce and tonkotsu (pork bone) to miso and beyond – ensuring you could indulge in them daily without ever tiring! Yet, amidst Tokyo’s bustling ramen scene, there’s a treasure...
by Danica | Apr 9, 2024 | Japan Travel, Japanese culture, Japanese food & Drinks, Life in Japan
Japanese food has truly become a global sensation, cherished for its unmatched freshness, artistic presentation, and a delightful explosion of flavours that simply dance on your taste buds. From the comforting warmth of hearty classics like ramen and curry rice to the...
by Venese | Dec 24, 2022 | Japanese food & Drinks
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to think about what you’ll be enjoying for the last meal of the year. A popular tradition in Japan is eating Toshikoshi Soba, or “year-crossing noodles,” at a restaurant to bid farewell to the old year. Let’s explore some of the...
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