All About Japan

KitchHike

KitchHike

All About KitchHike
Discover Japan through kitchens! The KitchHike community is the largest of its type, where Japanese people invite foreign visitors into their homes to eat authentic Japanese meals. KitchHike connects COOKs and HIKERs in kitchens. It is a service that lets you meet real people, and eat real food.
Feel like trying real Japanese food ("washoku")? Go to a local house and enjoy Japanese homemade meals!
Edamame: Japan's Favorite Snack

Edamame: Japan's Favorite Snack

Did you know that even edamame have a season in Japan—and that it changes based on the region? And have you ever wondered how to make edamame at home? Read on!

Taste Ichiju-Sansai in a Real Japanese Home!

Taste Ichiju-Sansai in a Real Japanese Home!

KitchHike is a great site for experiencing local food on your travels, right in the kitchens of local cooks! Here are some fantastic 'ichiju-sansai' meal option from cooks all around Japan.

Buddhism Through the Stomach

Buddhism Through the Stomach

A Buddhist monk shares his religion through cooking and cookbooks.

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