Friday 30 April 2021

Hokkaido Asahikawa Travel Guide

two children standing in a large wood vat

Experience one of Japan’s most unique zoos, eat a bowl of steaming hot soy-sauce broth ramen, and stop by for sake tasting at Otokoyama Brewery in this Asahikawa travel guide.

READ: Hokkaido Asahikawa Travel Guide

Thunderous Plunges and Mossy Trickles: A Spring Guide to Waterfalls


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Monday 26 April 2021

Sunday 25 April 2021

Friday 23 April 2021

Okara (Unohana) おからの炒り煮・卯の花

A black bowl containing Okara (Unohana) mixed with assorted vegetables, shiitake mushroom, seaweed, and konnyaku.

Okara (Unohana) is a Japanese home-style simmered dish made of soy pulp, vegetables, shiitake mushroom, and hijiki seaweed. It makes a tasty and satisfying vegan dish!

READ: Okara (Unohana) おからの炒り煮・卯の花

Battle of the Seas: Cruise Lines vs. the C.D.C.


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Thursday 22 April 2021

Wednesday 21 April 2021

Quick Guide to Japanese Cooking Techniques

Steamed vegetables on donabe steamer along with dipping sauce.

Your quick guide to Japanese cooking techniques! We break down the main 4 basics so you're ready to amp up your skills in the kitchen.

READ: Quick Guide to Japanese Cooking Techniques

How to Deal With the Rental Car Crunch


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Tuesday 20 April 2021

17 Best Katsu & Furai Recipes: The Crunchy Japanese Fried Foods You Want to Make Right Now

Chicken katsu served on a plate along with spring salad.

Katsu and Furai (Japanese breaded cutlets) are seriously one of the best things to eat! From tonkatsu to baked chicken katsu to ebi furai, there are so many ways to enjoy these beloved Japanese fried foods.

READ: 17 Best Katsu & Furai Recipes: The Crunchy Japanese Fried Foods You Want to Make Right Now

5 Things to Know About Booking a Summer Rental


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Saturday 17 April 2021

How Safe Are You From Covid When You Fly?


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Prepare Your Patio for the Season


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Friday 16 April 2021

How to Make Umeboshi 梅干の作り方

A bamboo strainer containing umeboshi (Japanese pickled plums).

Learn how to make Umeboshi (Japanese pickled plum), a century-old superfood known for its intensely sour, and salty taste! You'll need just salt, ripen ume plums, and red shiso leaves.

READ: How to Make Umeboshi 梅干の作り方

Gauging the Prospects for International Travel


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Wednesday 14 April 2021

What It’s Like to Fly Now


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Asparagus with Miso Dressing (Karashi Sumisoae) アスパラガスの辛子酢味噌和え

A shell shaped bowl containing Asparagus with Miso Dressing (Karashi Sumisoae) garnished with salt pickled cherry blossom.

Asparagus with Miso Dressing (Karashi Sumisoae) is a perfect dish to welcome spring! Blanched and shocked in iced water, asparagus offers a fresh, crisp, and tender texture. It’s optional but a touch of Japanese karashi mustard adds a bold surprise to the simple dressing.

READ: Asparagus with Miso Dressing (Karashi Sumisoae) アスパラガスの辛子酢味噌和え

What Are the Roadblocks to a ‘Vaccine Passport?’


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Make Way for the Travel Agents. Again.


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Monday 12 April 2021

Sakura Sake Glass Set Giveaway (US only)

a beautiful set of color changing sakura pattern sake glass

Win a set of Color Changing Sakura Sake Glass today! A lovely companion for sake connoisseurs to enjoy the traditional Japanese rice wine.

READ: Sakura Sake Glass Set Giveaway (US only)

Drought and Abundance in the Mesopotamian Marshes


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Friday 9 April 2021

Gluten-Free Korean Veggie Pancake

A white plate containing gluten free korean veggie pancake.

Wonderfully crisp on the outside, chewy and flaky on the inside, this Gluten-Free Korean Veggie Pancake is a treat! It makes the perfect appetizer, side, or snack anytime of the day.

READ: Gluten-Free Korean Veggie Pancake

Help! I Want to Go to Europe in August. Is This a Pipe Dream?


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Wednesday 7 April 2021

Types of Japanese Rice

Japanese Rice

Hungry for Japanese rice? Explore the different varieties and nutritional benefits of Japanese rice to incorporate more rice into your diet!

READ: Types of Japanese Rice

How About a Luxury Tour of Your Own Backyard?


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Monday 5 April 2021

Hokkaido Otaru Travel Guide

view of Otaru Canal from the cruise with warehouses on the left

Walk along the historical canal, browse through charming glass shops, and feast on the fabulous seafood in this Otaru Travel Guide.

READ: Hokkaido Otaru Travel Guide

A Cyclist on the English Landscape


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Friday 2 April 2021

What to Know About the C.D.C. Guidelines on Vaccinated Travel


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Chikuwa Isobeage ちくわの磯辺揚げ

A bizenware ceramic containing Chikuwa Isobeage and flake salt.

Chikuwa Isobeage (Fried Fish Cake with Tempura Batter) are a classic beer food in Japan. With a crispy exterior and toothsome mouthfeel, they make the best snack or side to go with anything!

READ: Chikuwa Isobeage ちくわの磯辺揚げ

This Summer, Get Invigorated With a Live Cultural Performance


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