As the cherry blossoms or sakura blooms in Japan, the country is transformed into a scenery featuring pink and white hues. But do you know that many tasty treats can be prepared with these blooms?

Various sansai (literally, “mountain vegetables”) come to market as winter thaws into spring. For most Japanese, the culinary allure of these edible plants lies in their bitterness that ...

Nearly 150 years (and millions of convenience-store egg salad sandwiches) later, yoshoku is indelibly part of Japanese cuisine, bolstered by craft-driven tradition and steeped in comfort-food ...

Known for its hand-stretched somen noodles, Shodoshima faces challenges as most tourists only visit for a day. This episode ...

Babychan blends technique-driven pastry, an all-day menu and a beverage program featuring beer, wine, sake and a curated ...

Tens of thousands of visitors toured the home of the U.S. 7th Fleet and other U.S. military installations in Japan.

Cherry trees in Tokyo have begun to bloom in stunning shades of pink, marking the onset of spring in Japan. Tokyo cherry ...

From the months of March to May, Japan experiences spring time with the onset of the iconic cherry blossoms (sakura), making it a popular time for both locals and tourists to enjoy the outdoors.