The trained Sushi chef and investment expert is now CEO of Tokyo Shokudo Holdings and has transformed a small restaurant chain into a growing brand, proving that Japanese dining doesn’t have to be ...

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Before TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, Kazuhiko "Smokey" Nagata became a living legend for his exploits in high-performance street cars.

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Okada became a schoolbag maker 13 years ago. At age 26, he quit his job to pursue a career as a manga artist. However, he decided to draw a line at age 30 and joined Murase Kabanko. Over the following ...

Sometimes, I forget myself.At the press lunch for the preview of Ootoya last Thursday, Feb. 26, restaurant staff asked for my drink order. Scanning the menu, ...

From soy sauce and miso to kombu, katsuobushi, and rice vinegar, this comprehensive guide breaks down 34 essential Japanese ...

A minimalist dessert inspired by Japanese-style cheesecake is quickly becoming TikTok’s latest food obsession, proving once again that viral recipes don’t need a long grocery list to win people over.

Piping hot soups and hot pots are a great way to warm up when the weather is cold. These dishes also offer the perfect opportunity to pack in a lot of vegetables. According to traditional Chinese ...

One of the original designers of Tomb Raider's iconic Lara Croft has revealed that Core Design's then-Japanese publisher had asked for the character to be given a "Manga" redesign to "appeal" to ...

Brown sugar, soy sauce, and fresh ginger give this Japanese-style meat and potatoes a sweet, peppery depth. Making this dish requires pantry staples and minimal prep work. A quick simmer tenderizes ...