A budget overnight with refreshments in Manga Kissa, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Staying in Japan might be quite expensive especially if you are visiting main cities during the weekend or during festivals. If so, prices can be even trice as they are during the workweek. But, do not worry. If you are planning your trip to big cities, you would have an option to overnight in manga kissa.
Furikake, ichimi and shichimi togarashi - TOP Kyoto Condiments
Ichimi and shichimi are essential seasonings for Japanese food. In Japan, ichimi and shichimi are sprinkled on food to suit individual tastes. These condiments are ideal for rice and noodle dishes. Apart form that, they can be used for seasoning soups, pasta and meat.
Sanja Matsuri Festival – feel the Japanese spirit and enjoy food tasting around Asakusa Shrine
Sanja Matsuri is one of the most spectacular festivals in Japan. It is one of so called ‘Three Great Shinto Festivals in Tokyo’ (including Sanno Festival and Kanda Festival). It takes place in May during the first three weekends. And that is a great moment for trying Japanese food.
Try Yebisu beer - one of the Japan’s most prestigious beer brands in Tokyo
YEBISU Brewery Tokyo provides a unique YEBISU experience at the brand’s birthplace. Here visitors delight in new beers and new ways to enjoy them.
Try Yakisoba during the Sanja Matsuri Festival
Fried noodles are very popular in many Asian countries. And so, it is in Japan. Japanese fried noodles are called Yakisoba – in Japanese it is 焼きそば. Usually they are prepared from Chinese-style noodles mixed with different meats, vegetables and with a dark soy sauce. These Chinese noodles are made from wheat flour and do not contain eggs.
Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka - strawberries, mochi and matcha desserts in Kyoto's Best Old Streets
When you think about Kyoto, you probably think about multiple temples, shrines, Nijo castle and the Kyoto imperial Palace. However, that is not all. Apart from the geisha district, Pontocho and Gion there is a few museums and restaurants serving a good Japanese food.
What is so special about Kobe beef? All you need to know about it
Have you ever heard about Kobe beef? Do you like steaks and a good quality meat? If so, read this post and learn more about this Japanese meat.
How to make matcha tea - the ultimate guide with photos
With these easy steps giving you a comprehensive guide to preparing Japanese matcha tea, you will be able to celebrate these unique moments in every place. You will also learn how to replace all traditional utensils without additional costs.
Sadō/chadō – a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
Participate in a traditional tea ceremony (sadō/chadō (茶道, 'The Way of Tea')) and learn what you would need to prepare a traditional Japanese matcha tea. That is one of these experiences that you cannot skip during your stay in Japan is a tea ceremony.
8 TOP best Japanese street foods not to be missed
Colorful morning and night markets; street food stalls; local vendors; ice cream sold from a bicycle; grilled food from in front of the owner's house - that is what makes local street food so unique. Add to it local flavors and freshness and you will get a perfect mix.
Not sweet sweets, that are Japanese sweets
Koyasan is famous not only for monasteries but also for sweets. And that was also the place where we had enough time to visit local shops with wagashi. Sophisticated in their design, beautiful and colorful.
How to make Goma Dofu?
Do you want to make a traditional shoujin ryouri dish at home? It is not so difficult to make a delicious Goma Dofu! To prepare it you need only a couple of ingredients.
A traditional Zen Buddhist dish - Goma Dofu
What is tofu made of? Everyone would say that from soybeans. And that’s true. However, soy is not the only one! Try a traditional dish from Zen Buddhist monks' cuisine!
10 TOP Japanese bottled teas
Walking around streets of Yokohama and spending some time at the Tokyo Bay was a nice relax and let us experience a local life. That was also the first time we saw so many vending machines in one place.
Umeboshi - a healthy food decoration.
Eaten in Japan as a relish, by children like a candy, added to almost every meal, soaked in alcohol or drinks – umeboshi is everywhere. And there is plentiful of reasons, why it is so.
Japanese sweets - how are they?
In my previous post I was writing about Japanese sweets, that are basing mainly on Azuki beans. Today, I want to show you and explain some other local wagashi, that we had during our stay. And that time, don’t worry, ‘anko’ won’t be dominant! ;)
Plain rice with seaweeds doesn't have to be boring - try Onigiri
Stuffed steamed rice wrapped in a nori leaf - a healthy snack, that was always eaten with curiosity. What would the next bite reveal?
Silken, hard or famous Koyasan's shimidofu?
Being in Japan and not eating the original Japanese tofu would be impossible for me. Without any doubt you can get tofu at yours, but that’s not the same thing. Soft, hard and freeze-dried...
Hokkaido's traditional Otaru Beer
When I think about Sapporo, I think about Winter Olympics in 1972. And there is much more to do and see than only a ski jump. One of the towns that are close to Sapporo is Otaru. A nice, little town, with great buildings, some remaining historical architecture and brewery!
Trying Gyoza Sandwich in Okayama
Have you ever heard about gyoza? About Japanese dumplings with a delicious finely chopped stuffing? So what is that exactly?
Identifying Japanese mushrooms in a convenience store
When I think about the Japanese cuisine, what comes to my mind is rice, seaweeds, sushi and of course mushrooms. Plenty of different mushrooms, served in different ways, with different flavors and textures.
How does a Japanese Sushi look like?
You know it very well, and probably like it even more. But how does it look like in Japan? Where to buy it? Where to eat? When to eat? And what is in it? Fish? Vegetables? Something else?
