Tuesday 30 July 2024

What to See at 5 Top Art Museums? We Asked Guards for Their Favorite Works.


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Smoked Chicken Wings

A blue ceramic bowl containing Smoked Chicken Wings with Sweet-Salty Japanese Sauce sprinkled with scallions.

These Smoked Chicken Wings are cooked to perfection in the Traeger pellet grill! Every bite is crispy, juicy, and unbelievably flavorful.

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Monday 29 July 2024

Corn Potage コーンポタージュ (Japanese Corn Soup コーンスープ)

Black bowls containing Japanese corn potage.

The Japanese love their hot or chilled corn potage. My recipe for creamy and smooth corn soup is a wonderful starter to your favorite dishes.

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Sunday 28 July 2024

Okra with Ginger Soy Sauce オクラの生姜醤油和え

A white plate containing okra with ginger soy sauce.

Okra with Ginger Soy Sauce is a quick, tasty 3-ingredient side dish that pairs well with any Japanese or Asian meal!

READ: Okra with Ginger Soy Sauce オクラの生姜醤油和え

12 Japanese Games and Cultural Activities to Do with Kids

Japanese Games and Cultural Activities to do with Kids, featuring kendama, haiku, board games, hanafuda

Bring Japanese culture closer to home with these fun mix of activities, including modern and traditional games for kids of all ages.

READ: 12 Japanese Games and Cultural Activities to Do with Kids

Friday 26 July 2024

What to Eat in Kyoto

Kinshidon - eel and rice topped with egg

Explore Kyoto’s culinary treasures with our guide to must-try dishes and local favorites. From the famed saba zushi (salt-cured mackerel sushi) and intricate kaiseki meals to matcha-flavored desserts, this former capital of Japan promises a truly memorable gastronomic experience. As the former imperial capital of Japan, Kyoto boasts a sophisticated and diverse food culture that ...

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Not Too Hot, Not Too Crowded: 6 Spots for a Late Summer Trip


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Monday 22 July 2024

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Friday 19 July 2024

U.S. airlines must offer some stranded travelers compensation.


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What to Eat in Kanazawa Japan

Nodoguro fish on top of rice served in iron pot

Discover the best places to eat in Kanazawa, Japan, including must-try local dishes and hidden gems off the beaten path. Indulge in the unique flavors and culinary traditions of this charming city.

READ: What to Eat in Kanazawa Japan

Oh, the Ordinary Places You’ll Go!


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Thursday 18 July 2024

Wednesday 17 July 2024

Cold Noodle Recipes You’ll Need All Summer

A white plate containing cold ramen (Hiyashi Chuka) with julienned cucumber, ham, egg, and more!

From soba noodle salad to dipping ramen to cold curry udon, these Japanese-style cold noodles are going to be your new summertime favorites!

READ: Cold Noodle Recipes You’ll Need All Summer

Trekking Across Switzerland, Guided by Locals’ Hand-Drawn Maps


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Tuesday 16 July 2024

My Favorite Kitchen Deals to Shop at Amazon Prime Day

Find the best Prime Day kitchen deals, including my recommended cabbage slicer, Zojirushi rice cooker, bento boxes, sushi making kit, and more!

READ: My Favorite Kitchen Deals to Shop at Amazon Prime Day

How to Charter a Boat


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Sunday 14 July 2024

Vegetarian Sushi Rolls

A white round plate containing colorful vegetarian sushi rolls, sushi ginger, and soy sauce.

Vegetarian Sushi Rolls are quite easy and affordable to make at home using simple tools and my tips and techniques for the perfect roll.

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Friday 12 July 2024

What to Eat in Yamagata Japan

Lamb and vegetables being grilled on a dome-shaped grill

Discover what to eat in Yamagata! Savor Ita soba noodles, juicy Yonezawa beef, and more. Find must-try dishes and top dining spots for a memorable culinary experience.

READ: What to Eat in Yamagata Japan

How to Avoid Vacation Rental Fees? Book Direct.


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Thursday 11 July 2024

Mazesoba (Mazemen) 台湾まぜそば

A bowl containing Mazesoba (Mazemen), Japanese Brothless Ramen, topped with seasoned minced meat, green onion, garlic chives, nori seaweed, crushed garlic, and katsuobushi powder.

Mazesoba, or often called Mazemen here in the US, is Japanese brothless ramen that originated in Nagoya. The thick chewy noodles are mixed with well-seasoned minced pork, garlic chives, green onion, nori seaweed, katsuobushi powder, and sous vide egg yolk.

READ: Mazesoba (Mazemen) 台湾まぜそば

Cold Natto Udon

A glass plate containing cold natto udon topped with kimchi, onsen tamago, blanched okra, fresh cucumber, and grated nagaimo.

Lean into the unique textures and refreshing flavors of Cold Natto Udon topped with Japanese fermented soybeans, vegetables, and onsen tamago.

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Blistered Shishito Peppers with Ginger Soy Sauce

A white plate containing Blistered Shishito Peppers With Ginger Soy Sauce.

Deliciously charred and super addicting, these blistered shishito peppers make the best appetizer to serve with your summer dishes!

READ: Blistered Shishito Peppers with Ginger Soy Sauce

Monday 8 July 2024

Lausanne, Where the Olympics Never End


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Instant Pot Sticky Asian Ribs 甘辛スペアリブ

Sticky Asian Ribs on a white platter, topped with sprinkle of green onion.

Use an Instant Pot to cook tender Sticky Asian Ribs under pressure in less than 90 minutes for the most delicious glazed pork baby back ribs.

READ: Instant Pot Sticky Asian Ribs 甘辛スペアリブ

Friday 5 July 2024

Yamagata Travel Guide

Hot spring town

Explore Yamagata, Japan with our Yamagata Travel Guide! Discover scenic mountains, relaxing hot springs, and delicious local cuisine in this beautiful, hidden gem. Surrounded by the Sea of Japan on the West and towering mountains to the east, Yamagata is renowned for its stunning scenery. One of Tohoku’s top destinations, Yamagata has countless must-visit spots, ...

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All the Adventure, a Fraction of the Cost: The D.I.Y. Orient Express


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Thursday 4 July 2024

10 Popular Japanese Sauces Anyone Can Make at Home

A mason jar filled with Homemade Teriyaki Sauce.

Japanese sauces that go well with everything! From ponzu sauce to teriyaki sauce to yakiniku BBQ sauce, each of them is going to make your dishes more delicious.

READ: 10 Popular Japanese Sauces Anyone Can Make at Home

36 Hours in Boston


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Tuesday 2 July 2024

Japanese Cold Somen Noodles そうめん

A table setting for cold somen noodles.

Served with grated ginger, scallion, and a delicious dipping sauce called Tsuyu, chilled somen noodles are perfect for hot summer days.

READ: Japanese Cold Somen Noodles そうめん

Getting Off the Beaten Path at 5 National Parks


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Asian Cabbage Salad

A large salad bowl containing Asian Cabbage Salad.

My light and delicious Asian Cabbage Salad with a simple 3-ingredient miso dressing is super easy to put together in just 20 minutes.

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