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Yokosuka Curry Fest dishing out fun near U.S. Navy base this weekend

Curry is one of Yokosuka’s signature dishes. The hearty dish consisting of stewed meat and vegetables in a brown sauce and served with a side of rice, is a favorite among locals and tourists.

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Taste of Japan: 'Maid Cafe in Akihabara not anime fantasy I imagined'

In the anime otaku geek world, the legendary “maid café” is a dream for those visiting Japan for the first time. The maid café is well known in the anime world as a popular dining facility in different genres of anime and manga.

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VIDEO: Speakin’ Japanese: May I have a corndog?

In Japan, some food items’ names are similar to the original English name. For example, if you ask, “Can I have a corndog?”

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VIDEO: Japan Kitchen: Easy recipe for famous CoCo's curry

The recipe below is meant to replicate your favorite CoCo’s curry sauce and, best of all, it can be personalized with whatever ingredients you enjoy

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A day trip to Tokyo’s Tama region

Welcome to Shinjuku, the world’s busiest train station. With some two million daily commuters, Tokyo’s hyperhub is a never-ending bustle.

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Taste of Japan: Kanda Yabu Soba in Tokyo

When considering the quintessential dish of Tokyo, it would be heretical to not place Kanda Yabu Soba’s kamo-nanban soba on the shortlist.

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Miyagi Food Guide: From luscious beef to fresh seafood

Miyagi has no shortage of excellent food. With blessings from both the land and sea, the prefecture is home to a delectable array of seafood and agricultural produce.

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Rossi at Aoyama Grand Hotel: Tokyo’s new authentic Italian trattoria

Trattoria Rossi, Tokyo’s newest dining hotspot, reopened on April 1, 2024.

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Taste of Japan: Surrender to the garlic with juicy hamburger steak meal in Yokosuka

Thanks to its surroundings, Yokosuka is a treasure box of restaurants serving up delicious meals using local produce and fresh fish.

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Tasty tuna dishes at Sakanagui no Daimanzoku in Cape Oma, Japan

At the northern end of Honshu, Cape Oma in the Shimokita Peninsula is known as a fishing port that offers one of the nation’s tastiest bluefin tunas.

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The Roof and Lobby Bar: A cozy panorama bar and an artistic cafe in Ginza, Tokyo

The Roof is Ginza’s first rooftop bar focused on serving natural wines. Guests can enjoy an open view of Tokyo Tower, surrounded by greenery.

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Did you know?: Bonito fish harbinger of summertime

For many in Japan the harbinger of summertime is the sight of the first freshly caught bonito fish at the market. In May, chances are you’ll see many locals asking for the fish at markets and restaurants.

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VIDEO: China Kitchen: Chinese-inspired sweet and sour pork recipe

Growing up, subuta, a sweet and sour pork dish, was not my favorite.

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LAVISH Bar: Tokyo’s Premier VIP Nightlife Experience

In the heart of Shibuya’s Dogenzaka district, one of Tokyo’s best entertainment areas, LAVISH Bar offers an unrivaled VIP experience.

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