Japan’s Countryside, Distilled: A New Bar Opens in Tokyo
SATOYAMA SPIRITS TOKYO, a bar that distills the botanical scents of Japan’s traditional countryside into cocktails,opened recently in Tokyo’s Ebisu district.
Tokyo Tokyo Delicious Museum: Sample the Best of Culinary Tokyo at One Food Festival
Reservation difficulties and long lines make it hard to experience the best of Tokyo’s legendary dining scene. This free, open-air food festival running May 15-17, solves that problem—bringing together more than 40 top restaurants, regional cuisines and international vendors in one waterfront location. Come hungry!
Noge: A Yokohama Pub Crawl through Time
Yokohama's scruffy, beloved Noge district has been luring night owls for decades. Join this pub crawl through its jazz cafés, yakitori bars and craft beer taps.
Eating and Drinking the Back Streets of Nara
Most people do Nara as a day trip, but actually staying there and spending a few days--and nights--lets you explore the rich cuisine of its backstreets.
Humble Feasts: 36 Hours of Osaka Comfort Food
Osaka’s vibrant southern district of Namba offers a wealth of reasonable dining options, the best of which are neighborhood landmarks serving local favorites.
Savoring Shizuoka: A Gourmet Adventure
A short distance south of Tokyo, Shizuoka Prefecture is earning a reputation as a luxury destination for those in search of unique accommodations and culinary discoveries.
This Sushi Ambassador Promotes Japanese Culture
Matsunozushi is a historic sushi shop located near Tokyo’s Omori-Kaigan Station. From behind the counter, its fourth-generation chef Yoshinori Tezuka can explain in detail about the sources of the ingredients and the food preparation methods.
Three of Japan's Wine Regions You Need to Visit
With around 350 wineries now scattered across Japan, crafting a travel itinerary around some of them is a wonderful way to experience the country. Exploring three of Japan’s most celebrated wine regions.
