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Most people picture sushi, ramen, or tempura when they think about Japanese food. And honestly, that makes sense - those are the dishes that traveled the world, landed on menus everywhere, and became ...

I first fell in love with Japanese culture during my first trip to Japan as a primary school student. However, I never expected to live here until I c ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Akiko Katayama covers Japanese food and culture. Fermentation has become a keyword these days, not just among chefs but the ...

Comfort food isn’t defined by the same qualities across cultures, although there are certainly similarities. “Japanese comfort food typically consists of dishes that one might find in a Japanese home ...

Osaka's nickname, "Japan's Kitchen," comes from its Edo-era food trade and its vibrant street-food scene today.

The worlds of food and art collide with the free exhibit, “Looks Delicious!” at Japan House in Hollywood, which runs through Jan. 25, 2026. In Japan, the practice of shokuhin sampuru (or “sample foods ...

Japan is a country renowned for its exceptional food, both in terms of quality and the skill and finesse that go into a meal. It is also a society bound by tradition and a culture that values ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Akiko Katayama covers Japanese food and culture. Yes, they do—and in fact, excellent ones. The world's biggest wine competitions, ...

In historic Boston Common on a beautiful spring weekend, the decadent smell of Japanese street food, lively music, and exuberant chatter permeate through the air. Flags and banners flutter in the warm ...