Food

Yakitori is smoky, simple, and one of the most enjoyable ways to spend an evening in Japan — if you know how to do it right. Here's your guide to ordering, eating, and drinking like a local.

What to eat at Tokyo DisneySea based on what I actually ate. A food-focused breakdown of what’s worth trying, what you can skip, and how DisneySea stacks up as a theme park for eating.

Standing sushi bars are Tokyo's best-kept secret for fresh fish, quick service, and unbeatable prices. Discover four amazing shops in Tokyo and master the art of ordering like a local.

Japanese tea culture, demystified. From matcha to hojicha, learn the flavors, preparation methods, and history behind Japan’s most popular teas.

Gero Onsen is Japan’s frog-themed hot spring town, and a foodie paradise. This guide covers the best snacks and desserts, from Hida beef skewers to frog tiramisu and local pudding, plus the must-see Frog Shrine.

Planning a visit to Ghibli Park? This Ghibli Park food guide shows you what to eat, the best cafés and snacks, and how to plan a delicious day inside the park.

Plan the perfect 3-day itinerary to Sapporo, Japan’s northern capital, from fresh seafood bowls to rich miso ramen.

Discover three unique cocktail bars in Tokyo where craft, story, and atmosphere take center stage. From cacao-led mixology to a floral hideaway, these Tokyo bars make the night feel special.

Looking for restaurants near teamLab Borderless? Here are five local picks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert steps from the museum.

This is your complete beginner's guide to sushi. Learn about sushi history, styles, etiquette, and more.

Discover the best food souvenirs Tokyo has to offer. From matcha to yuzu, find the perfect food souvenirs in Tokyo to bring unique flavors home.

A local’s Kamakura food guide featuring the best cafés, sweets, and savory eats.

Explore Japanese bread in Kyoto—its history, bakery etiquette, and staples like shokupan, anpan, and curry pan—in a guide to the city’s bread culture.

Only one day in Osaka? Here’s what to eat in Japan’s kitchen - from sizzling okonomiyaki to fluffy cheesecake.

Discover the top six Japanese autumn dishes you must try when traveling to Japan in the fall.

Cool off with kakigori in Kyoto. Learn about the many types of shaved ice to beat the summer heat.

The intense heat and humidity of Japan make for infamously harsh summers. This time of year, it's important to stay hydrated and cool, so...