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Japanese Street Food: A Nakama Noodle's Guide
Did you know that people generally don’t walk around and eat at the same time in Japan? For many, it’s about properly savoring the food and keeping the streets clean, making restaurants the go-to option for food. However, Japanese street...
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Getting Ready for Japanese New Year
New Year's is one of the most important holidays in Japan, but how do you get ready to make sure you start off 2024 on the right foot? Read all about how to prepare for a great year ahead, Japanese-style. -
Christmas in Japan: Spreading Joy Around Nippon
When it comes to winter holidays, the biggest one for Japan is—you guessed it—New Years! However, there’s another beloved holiday in Japan and that holiday is Christmas. -
Yakitori: More Than Just Chicken on a Stick
Japan has a knack for easily portable yet delicious street food and festival food. For those who like sweets, Japanese crepes are always a good bet. For those who don’t mind seafood, takoyaki is waiting for you. But if you just want tasty chicken on a stick... -
Takoyaki: Osaka's Most Famous Street Food
Being in Osaka, we can’t sing the praises of Osaka food enough. Okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, and kitsune udon are all great sit-down options. However, when it comes to street food, takoyaki reigns supreme in Osaka. -
Japanese Crepes: Japan's On-the-go Street Food From France
Crepes might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you hear ‘Japanese food’. However, Japan has a rich tradition of devouring these sweet treats by the hundreds of thousands every year...