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Healthy & Simple Recipes from Tokyo
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A Cozy and Exotic Dining Experience 👍 Time of visit: June 2025 I had the opportunity...
Perfect Crust, Toppings on Leave 👎 Time of visit: June 2025 We went to check out...
Japanese meat and potato stew (“nikujaga” (肉じゃが) in Japanese) is one...
If you’ve never made shio koji at home, you’re in for a treat. This Japanese seasoning...
Smelts (“shishamo” (ししゃも) in Japanese) are little river fish that are...
A Hidden Den for Great Drinks — Just Don’t Expect Great Food 👋 Time of visit: June...
Horse sashimi (basashi, 馬刺し) is one of the most common sashimi in Japan. Sashimi...
Pork skewers (yakiton, 焼きとん) are the second most popular skewers after chicken skewers...
This thick, hearty mushroom soup is one of my partner’s absolute favorites—and once...
In Japan, we call hamburger steak hambāgu—a beloved comfort dish that’s juicy, flavorful,...
This article covers everything there is to know about shio koji, a wonderful Japanese...
We are making a quick snack using dried tomatoes. According to my partner, this snack...
A Slice Too Dry, a Shot Too Late 👎 Time of visit: August 2025 Atmosphere: Bottles,...
This Tofu and Yogurt Ice Cream made with shio koji is a surprisingly delicious treat...
Caprese salad is a classic I come back to again and again, but this version is my...
Shrimps, Smiles, and a Side of Nostalgia 👍 Time of visit: July 2025 Bubba...
Street Food with a Soul: Where the Bread’s Fresh and the Cooking’s from Scratch 👍...
Roast Beef Ohno: Where XL Means Extra Little 👋 Time of visit: June 2025 We stopped...
Here is a simple, keto-friendly canapé that is delicious and easy to make! My partner...
You want to eat sushi, but you don’t want the carbs. No problem. Here is a...
Yaki udon—Japanese stir-fried udon noodles—is one of those quick, satisfying dishes...
This simple shio koji salad dressing is my go-to—I make it often when I toss together...
This is one of my favorite dishes because it uses simple ingredients, is easy to...
A Pint, a Breeze, and a Bit Too Much Elbow Room: Cooling Off at Fáilte in Shibuya...
A Fun and Flavorful Okinawan Spot That Left Us with a Great Memory 👍 Time of visit:...
Refined Middle Eastern Cuisine in the Hands of a Talented Chef 👍 Time of...
Tamagoyaki, or Japanese rolled omelet, is a staple in bento boxes and a comforting...
This Chicken Drumstick and Chinese Cabbage Soup is the kind of dish that warms you...
If you love oysters, this is a must-try dish. These oil-marinated oysters are packed...
Potato with butter—simple, satisfying, and seriously delicious. This classic combo...
The Best Burger You Almost Walked Past 👍 Time of visit: August 2025 Hard to Find,...
Buns, Big Bites, and a Bit of Side-Eye: Hunting Down Shibuya’s Hidden Hot Dog Truck...
I’m going to show you a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious veggie dish...
Sure, stir-fried chicken and veggies might sound like a basic dish—but this version...
A Casual Pizza Hangout Done Right 👍 Time of visit: June 2025 PIZZA SLICE in Shibuya,...
Cod liver might not be on everyone’s radar, but once you try it, you’ll wonder why....
Where the Coffee’s Siphoned and Time Stands Still 👍 Time of visit: June 2025 Stepping...
This quick and refreshing leafy green side dish is a type of Japanese aemono, where...
If you’ve never tried cod liver before, you’re in for a surprisingly delightful experience....
This vegetable soup isn’t just cozy and delicious—it also highlights the magic of...
Kefir cheese can be used in place of cream cheese and sour cream, and it has the...
Onsen tamago (hot spring eggs, 温泉卵) are commonly made by boiling eggs in hot springs...
When the Coffee’s Weak and the AC’s Weaker 👎 Time of visit: June 2025 We stopped...
I’m going to show you how to make delicious salad dressing using yogurt and...
Great Ambiance, Thirsty Ribs 👋 Time of visit: July 2025 Shibuya’s electric energy...
You might be surprised to hear this, but yes—you can marinate tofu in shio koji!...
Soft Glow, Strong Sip 👍 Time of visit: July 2025 Atmosphere & Vibe Fuglen Tokyo...
Kinshi tamago (錦糸卵) is egg strips made by thinly slicing an egg crepe. It is often...
Japanese curry, or kare, is one of those beloved comfort foods that almost every...
A Casual Tempura Gem with Traditional Charm 👍 Time of visit: June 2025 Torii-Kuguri...
If you’ve never cooked with shio koji before, these spare ribs are the perfect place...
There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of oshiruko—sweet red bean soup with mochi—to...
This is my favorite way to make okonomiyaki, the beloved Japanese savory pancake,...
AFTER ALL, It’s Just Okay: A Light Bite in a Busy Corner of Shinjuku 👋 Time of visit:...
We’ll make a delicious snack using canned mackerel. It’s a healthier “mac”...
Japan Ranks at the Top of Life Expectancy Statistics Japan is known for being one...
Trapped by the Tacos: A Mixed Bite at This Shinjuku Spot 👋 Time of visit: July 2025...
Cod liver might sound unusual at first, but don’t let that stop you—it’s a surprisingly...
Dressing up sashimi with shio koji is my favorite way of eating sashimi. Shio koji...


