Take a break and leave behind the hustle and bustle for the simple life. Mother Farm, a dude ranch in Chiba Prefecture, is where city slickers can head for a taste of the wild west.
Ahhhhh, summer. Those lazy days that seem to last forever and go by in the blink of an eye at the same time. Endless summer nights, sunshine, and the delicious smell of barbecue permanently in the air. What better time to throw together a party?
Against a sweeping view of Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo’s skyline, legendary ex-sumo wrestler Konishiki Yasokichi seared perfect grill marks on his steaks as several giant, hungry men awaited their fill.
In Japan, yakiniku, as Korean BBQ is known, is a special occasion meal. With upwards of 3,000 yen (about 29 dollars) or more per person for unlimited food and drinks for a 90-minute time slot depending on the restaurant, this is usually reserved for dinner outings.
As legions of backyard chefs take the covers off their barbecue grills, they’re reminded to use their commissary benefit for significant savings on their meats and other grilling needs.