Food

The 24-hour beef bowl chain, which recently admitted it had served someone a dead mouse, says it'll close most of its stores for four days.
Want to have a taste of Japan on hand when disaster strikes? These rehydratable onigiri may just fit the bill.
It's not just old people who are grousing. Even young Japanese say they resent restaurants sucking up their battery life and bandwidth.
The chain apologized for failing to inform the public about the two-month-old incident, which just went viral in the past few days.
Looking for a space to relax in Tokyo? Check out these not-so-crowded cafes that combine good coffee with a book lover's aesthetic.
Japan's traditional tea businesses are struggling. Here's how one business is helping by connecting them to a global tea-loving audience.
At long last, the craft beer scene is booming in Tokyo. We sat down with the craft entrepreneurs at Sakamichi Brewing to learn more about the local scene.
Does a big bowl of noodles sound tempting to you? With rising prices in Japan, some are viewing it as an economical option.
The chain is not only selling a lot of ramen - it's doing so at a price point many smaller shops say is impossible.

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