Food & Drink
Information on Japanese cuisine, drinks, Japanese food, recipes, food labels, healthy food, and other food-related topics for foreigners living in Japan.
What to Know about Japanese Noodles and Etiquette
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Tap Water in Japan : Is It Safe to Drink?
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How to Make Japanese Rice: Washing, Cooking & More
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What to Know about Japanese Rice: Buying, Storing & More
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Japanese Rice Brands and the Characteristics
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Osechi Ryori: What to Know about Japan’s New Year's Food
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How to Reduce Food Waste in Japan: Steps to Sustainability
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Minimizing Food Loss: Finding Supermarkets in Japan that Sell Expired (Expiring) Food
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Okonomiyaki vs. Monjayaki & Hiroshima-yaki: The Showdown
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Japanese Oden: Rich History & Regional Variations
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What is Kodomo Shokudo? - Kids Cafes in Japan
Kodomo Shokudo (a Kids Cafe / Kodomo=kids, Sho…
Japanese Luxury Fruits: The Pursuit of Perfection
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Discovering the Delights of 'Shun (旬)' - Embracing Seasonal Cuisine in Japan
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Japanese Kakigori: Take A Break From The Summer Heat
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Japanese Pubs (Izakayas) — A Guide for First-Timers
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Is it Safe to Eat Expired Food? - The difference between "Best Before" and "Use By"
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Slurp-Worthy: The Delicious Diversity of 5 Types of Ramen
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Cinnamon in Japan: A Flavorful Journey of Health and Taste
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