Monday, 31 May 2021

The Health Benefits of Miso

Homemade miso in weck jars.

Discover the health benefits of miso, the fermented Japanese soybean paste! And learn how you can maximize its nutritional values without worrying about the salt intake.

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Pools, From Above


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Friday, 28 May 2021

What to Know About Booking Travel to Europe


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Traveling This Memorial Day Weekend? Pack Patience.


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What To Eat In Sapporo

bowl of ramen with chashu

From miso ramen to jingisukan to freshest seafood, let's discover some of the best eats all visitors should try in Hokkaido’s capital city.

READ: What To Eat In Sapporo

Wednesday, 26 May 2021

Sekihan (Red Bean Rice) 赤飯

A rice bowl containing Sekihan (Red Bean Rice).

Traditional Japanese rice recipe enjoyed during celebrations, sweet rice cooked with red bean and garnished with black sesame.

READ: Sekihan (Red Bean Rice) 赤飯

6 Things You Should Know About Traveling to Europe This Summer


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Monday, 24 May 2021

How I Spent My Pandemic Year in a Camper Van


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Top Quality Kikuichi Knife Giveaway (US & Canada Only)

kikuichi Nickel Warikomi-Damascus Santoku knife

Win one of the finest, best performing Kikuichi Santoku Knives that will complement your kitchen. This handmade Japanese knife is a true workhorse and useful for nearly any task. 3 winners will be selected!

READ: Top Quality Kikuichi Knife Giveaway (US & Canada Only)

The Perilous Hunt for Coconut Crabs on a Remote Polynesian Island


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Friday, 21 May 2021

Myoga Amazuzuke (Sweet Pickled Japanese Ginger) みょうが甘酢漬け

A Weck jar containing Japanese ginger sweet pickles (Myoga Amazuzuke).

Lucky enough to get Myoga (Japanese Ginger)? Make this easy Myoga Amazuzuke (Sweet Pickled Japanese Ginger). Refreshing and addicting, it‘s our favorite kind of pickles in the summertime. I received homegrown myoga as a gift from a local JOC reader and have enjoyed making all kinds of myoga recipes. This Myoga Amazuzuke (みょうが甘酢漬け), or Sweet ...

READ: Myoga Amazuzuke (Sweet Pickled Japanese Ginger) みょうが甘酢漬け

Not Your Pre-Pandemic Las Vegas


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Monday, 17 May 2021

Friday, 14 May 2021

Butter Shoyu Chicken バター醤油チキン

A plate containing butter shoyu chicken, broccoli, and tomatoes.

Glazed with a delicious soy-butter sauce, this Butter Shoyu Chicken will win your family's heart! It is a simple recipe but produces a luxurious result.

READ: Butter Shoyu Chicken バター醤油チキン

Immerse Yourself in Indigenous Culture


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Thursday, 13 May 2021

Wednesday, 12 May 2021

Nikujaga (Japanese Meat and Potato Stew) 肉じゃが

A white oval plate containing Nikujaga (Japanese Meat and Potato Stew).

With potatoes and beef simmered in savory dashi broth, Nikujaga or Japanese Meat and Potato Stew is an iconic home-cooked dish in Japan.

READ: Nikujaga (Japanese Meat and Potato Stew) 肉じゃが

Everything Was Canceled in 2020. What About 2021?


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How to Plan a D.I.Y. Alaska Trip


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Tuesday, 11 May 2021

Hokkaido Furano Travel Guide

flower fields at Farm Tomita

Each summer, visitors from all over flock to Furano to see the vast and colorful flower fields. Join us in touring the lavender farms and trying local cheese in this guide.

READ: Hokkaido Furano Travel Guide

Heading Home for the Vaccine: One Expat’s Trans-Atlantic Journey


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Thursday, 6 May 2021

Creamy Napa Cabbage and Bacon Pasta 白菜とベーコンのクリームパスタ

A red Le Creuset braiser containing creamy napa cabbage and bacon pasta.

This Creamy Napa Cabbage and Bacon Pasta is super simple but it's everything you need for a comforting, delicious weeknight meal. To give the cheesy topping a nice crispy char, set the pasta in the broiler for the final touch.

READ: Creamy Napa Cabbage and Bacon Pasta 白菜とベーコンのクリームパスタ