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Survey: Tokyo World’s Third Best Foodie Capital
Is Tokyo a foodie's paradise? A new survey argues the city is one of the best capital cities in the world for…
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FOOD
These Japanese Potato Chips Hospitalized Kids – So I Tried Them
Japan isn't known for its spicy food. One snack company, however, has a product out that's so spicy it made national headlines…
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Are Foreign Tourists Eating All of Japan’s Rice?
Japan is facing a shortage of rice. Newspapers and TV reports are partially blaming inbound tourists. We ran the numbers - and…
FOOD
Why Japan’s Combini Eat-In Rules are Confusing
Everyone loves Japan's combini. Foreign tourists are enjoying their eat-in spaces too. But are tourists unfairly taking the blame for not following…
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Why Kyoto Tourists are Happily Paying $63 for Rice Bowls
Two-tier pricing is trending in Japan. Kyoto isn't immune, with some stores charging inbound travelers up to $63 for rice and fish.
FOOD
$650 Watermelon?! The History of Luxury Fruit in Japan
Would you pay $20 for a bunch of grapes? Or $650 for a watermelon? Many people in Japan do. Here's more on…
FOOD
The Most Popular Sushi Ingredients: How Japanese & Foreign Tastes Differ
How does Japan like its sushi? Here are the most popular ingredients for the dish - and how its consumption differs abroad.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
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…