As someone who loves spicy food, summer is the time I am most excited about.

Chinese cuisine has carved out a significant space in the streets of Japan, where the food scene is saturated with a blend of domestic and foreign influences.

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

Ebi-chili is a sweet and spicy shrimp dish you’ll find at many Chinese restaurants in Japan.

Try this mouthwatering shrimp fried rice that is easy to make at home!

Chao fan (Chinese fried rice) is loved around the world. Commonly called “chahan” or “chaahan”, this Chinese food has many fans in Japan as well.

“The best mapo tofu in town,” says the window, dressed in condensation from the lunch rush’s steam.

In the midst of Yokohama's neighborhoods, there is an area known as Yokohama Chukagai (Yokohama Chinatown) where visitors are transported into another world.

Residents of Osaka don’t have to go all the way to Kobe for Chinese food.