Fukui, Japan – Sightseeing, History and More

Fukui, Japan – Sightseeing, History and More Fukui- A Hidden Gem of Japan  Bordered by heavy peaks and situated near the Sea of Japan, Fukui city is located

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Marijuana and Hemp in Ancient Japan

The History of Marijuana and Hemp in Japan. Marijuana and hemp laws in Japan are quite stringent. You could be served with a 5-year jail term if you

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Rice Cooker Dutch Baby

Rice Cooker Dutch Baby A few weeks ago when one of our friends was leaving for Winter vacation, we decided to go to a pancake restaurant that also

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The Poptart Alternative in Japan

Living in Japan we have discovered Asahi Food Balance Up Cream biscuit sandwiches that resemble the flavors of Poptarts in America. I like them so much, I decided

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Hokkaido, Japan – Culture, History, Sightseeing an More

Hokkaido, Japan – History, Cities, Festivals, Food and more. Hokkaido (北海道 Hokkaidō) is Japan’s most northern region island and it’s closest prefecture neighbor is Aomori which is at

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Izakaya Food, Drinks, Atmosphere and Etiquette

The Japanese Izakaya All you really need to know about Izakaya in Japan It’s said that the infamous izakaya of Japan are basically small (sometimes large) restaurant/bars. This

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A Brief History of Chopsticks + Documentary

There’s More to Chopsticks Than Meets the Eye A Short History of Chopsticks in Asia hashi — No, not the Bridge the Chopsticks Many many moons ago around

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Sushi Documentary

Learn All About Sushi! This documentary comes from a series called Begin Japanology. I’ll be sure to be sharing all their goodies with you, because honestly. Their episodes

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