What is it like to travel to Japan’s “ramen capital” and experience the many wonders of the world’s best noodles? Those who have made the pilgrimage to Fukuoka, arguably the global headquarters for the best… Read More
About 1.5 million people live on the island known as Okinawa, which sits between the rest of Japan, to the north, and Taiwan, to the south. Okinawa, a prefecture of Japan, was once its own… Read More
Why is it so important for tourists and long-term visitors to Japan to know about table manners? That question has a simple answer: it’s because the Japanese put much more emphasis on formality and proper… Read More
Tokyo is a city like no other. In hundreds of ways it’s unique, unforgettable, and one of the most exciting places in the world. When it comes to eating out in Tokyo, the choices are… Read More
It’s impossible to cite only 10 reasons to visit Japan. That’s why the list below is divided into ten parts, with each section offering several options under its own category. Travelers have a choice, and… Read More
Ramen is the one Japanese food creation that nearly everyone has heard about. But have you ever wondered exactly what ramen is, how the noodles are made, how many different toppings there are, and where… Read More
