Japanese Food & Drink

FOOD June 18

A beginner's guide to ordering sushi in honor of International Sushi Day

Sushi can be confusing to order if you've never gotten it before. If you aren't sure what kind of sushi to order and what to expect, you can find all the answers in this guide.

LIFESTYLE March 3, 2023

Reddit users defend man who serves a lower-grade steak to his in-laws (his wife has a beef with it)

Reddit users defended a man who refuses to buy Wagyu beef for his in-laws when they visit, instead buying a lower quality meat for them (they only eat well-done steak). Others weighed in.

Digital Originals December 25, 2022

KFC for Christmas? How the fast-food chain became a holiday hit in Japan

Japanese YouTuber Yoko Ishii explains how KFC became a Christmas tradition in Japan nearly 50 years ago and explores the phenomenon's enduring popularity.

Extreme Foods November 5, 2020

Japanese mandarin oranges purchased at $9.6G for a single crate

One fruit lover in Japan has dropped a serious wad of cash to get their Vitamin C fix.

Fox News Flash June 3, 2020

Denver ramen shop vandalized by rioters just before scheduled reopening

A Denver, Co. ramen shop owner was about to open her doors for business earlier this week when she discovered her restaurant had been targeted by rioters overnight. 

BBQ Cuisine March 20, 2018

6 things you didn’t know about Japanese barbecue

Exploring the art of simple Japanese grilling.

Japanese January 16, 2018

Deadly blowfish guts sold at grocery; Japanese city officials send emergency warning

A potentially deadly mistake has left officials in a Japanese city urging residents to avoid eating blowfish.

Vegetarian January 3, 2017

Chawanmushi (Japanese Egg Custard)

This savory Japanese egg custard is the perfect comfort food for cold winter nights.

Main Course January 3, 2017

Oyako Don (Chicken and Egg Over Rice)

Never mind the chicken or the egg.

Main Course January 3, 2017

Japanese Curry and Rice

My mother always likes to say this is the first thing she ever made that was so good, my sister and I literally licked our plates clean.