Hokkaido chef’s table at Ichiba
Hokkaido is Japan’s northernmost island and is renowned for its delicious fish and seafood. Here at Japan Centre, we’re delighted to be hosting a series of Hokkaido seafood...
Blogs
Transport yourself to Japan with our latest blog posts covering Japanese history, lifestyle and culture and more.
Let’s explore Japan: autumn in Kyoto
Autumn is a fantastic season to head to Japan’s former capital, as the rainy and humid weather makes way for clear skies and stunning autumn foliage starts to...
Ekiben: Japan’s train station bento
If you’ve ever travelled by on Japan’s super speedy bullet trains then you may have noticed people taking their seat, whipping out a lunch box, and tucking into...
Japanese superfoods: the magic of miso
You’re probably familiar with miso from the side soups you’ve been served at Japanese and other asian restaurants, but there’s a whole lot more to this magical fermented...
Let’s explore Japan: Okayama
With its mild climate, delicious local food, excellent transport links to Kyoto and Hiroshima and an abundance of cultural attractions, Japan’s Okayama prefecture has lots to offer.
Choosing and enjoying sake: part 2
Good sake or ‘Nihon Shu’ is a clean, low acidity and mostly vegan drink with no chemicals added and enjoyed by millions around the world.
10 fantastic hot spring towns in Japan
While visiting destinations in the research for our book, Japan – 100 Hidden Towns, we had the privilege of immersing ourselves in many places that positively gurgled with...
Choosing and enjoying sake: part 1
What is Sake? Nihon Shu, better known as sake, has been drunk for almost 2,000 years. Initially from China, rice wine and its recipe was brought to Japan...
10 Japanese superfoods for a healthy diet
With life expectancy in Japan topping the charts year after year and with low levels of obesity, it’s no surprise that the Japanese diet is considered one of...
The wonder of Sudo Honke sake
Sake is one of Japan’s most famous exports and this delicious alcoholic drink made from fermented rice has a unique flavour that can be enjoyed either hot or...
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Our blog is the go-to source for information and insights on everything related to Japanese food, culture and history. We strive to provide high-quality content that is both informative and entertaining, covering a variety of topics such as the top must try Japanese food to expert guides about Japanese sake rice wine. Our team of writers and industry professionals work hard to bring you the latest news and trends, as well as useful tips and insights to help you enjoy Japanese food and culture.
