Food

When Eating Kaiten Sushi, Don’t Make This Fatal Mistake

It's easy to breach etiquette when traveling. But even 1 in 10 Japanese people say they've made this error at revolving (kaiten) sushi restaurants.

Japan Might Be Fishless In 2050 As Catch Declines To Lowest

Japan is known for its seafood. But for how long? Experts warn that the island nation could find itself fishless in the next three decades.

Japan’s Most Popular Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurants Among Foreign Residents

It may be under fire in Japan but conveyor belt sushi is still a popular way to grab a quick bite without breaking the bank. Here are the ones that foreign residents ranked as their favorites in a recent survey.

Japanese Soba Maker Aims for Guinness Record Next Month

A company in Fukui Prefecture wants to set the first-ever Guinness World Record for soba eating. Here's how your hungry self can help.

Are You Eating These Japanese Foods Wrong?

Japanese food etiquette has a series of dos and don'ts. But one etiquette expert says even most Japanese people get these things wrong. Learn how to level-up your food manners game in Japan.

In Japan, Overpouring Combini Coffee Could Mean Prison, Job Loss

Japan's facing a minor crime wave of people pouring more combini coffee than they bought. And combinis are responding - with arrests.

This Spicy Japanese Snack Wasn’t an April Fool’s Prank After All

One Japanese snack maker took an interesting twist on April Fools this year: advertising a "joke" that turned up on store shelves the next day.

Risky Fish-ness: 12yo in Japan Passes Fugu Preparation Exam

March 30, 2024
Food, News

It's the tastiest fish that might kill you. But one elementary school kid in Japan has mastered preparing it so well that he's now certified.

What Are the Most Popular Restaurants in Shinjuku for Tourists?

Tokyo's culinary scene is a magnet for tourists, but some eateries have truly captivated the hearts — and stomachs — of inbound travelers. One company broke down the numbers to find out what's most popular among visitors in Shinjuku.

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