Near Sasebo Naval Base in Kumamoto Prefecture, there is a “specialty” food called basashi. This thinly-sliced meat is actually raw horse, and it’s an indispensable munchie at izakaya bars.
In Japan, there are cafes themed around just about anything you can imagine. Whether you fancy robots, reading manga or hanging out with some furry friends, you’ll find a café for it here.
When it comes to food, some of the most unique culinary creations found in Japan are not limited to high-class restaurants, but can be found at the humble convenience store or supermarket.
Being stuck at home doesn’t mean that amazing food is off the menu. More so than ever, now’s the time to start honing those cooking skills so you can whip up enjoyable dishes without having to strain your wallet.
Whenever my wife and I go walking around scenic Minatomirai District in Yokohama City, we always make sure to stop for tasty pasta and fresh baked bread at Kamakura Pasta.
As you peruse Echizen’s traditional townhomes, shrines and temples on Teramachi Street, stop in for a bowl of soba steeped in over 600 years of history.
When I was asked to do a review of Japan’s seasonal conbini (convenience store) snacks for autumn, the first thing that struck me was “responsibility.”
