Japanese food

12/10’s five-course daytime dessert omakase is *the* dessert experience

The best way to describe the restaurant’s daytime dessert menu is the highest compliment an Asian parent can pay a sweet treat: “Not too sweet.”

At Kodawari’s IRL gyudon shop, the bowls are king(-sized) and the veg plates divine

There’s more to the IG-famous gyudon shop than its Japanese party trays: New chicken, salmon, and steak bowls, small plates with big flavors, merch, prints by local artists, and an immersive toilet experience

2022 in dining: Restaurants that have a place in our hearts (and stomachs)

While the title of “best” is subjective, these restaurants have definitely earned their place on our best restaurants of 2022 list

We have our eyes on Mendokoro and Yushoken’s vegan ramen

Dearest vegans, we’re pleased to announce that a vegan version of ramen is here—and it’s promising big things

NFT dining, non-traditional “noods,” and other new restaurants on our radar

Restaurants tend to come and go, but these newly minted concepts roll remarkable food and an unforgettable dining experience into a single serving

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4 free films to watch if you love Japanese food

The Japanese Film Festival has more than a dozen films in its lineup. If you need help choosing, here are four films you’ll enjoy if you’re a foodie

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Your next sushi might not have wasabi. Blame it on climate change

The quintessential Japanese condiment is under threat due to warming temperatures, overgrown cedar forests, and younger generations seemingly without interest in partaking in the centuries-old practice of cultivating wasabi

Kiwami Japanese food hall offers old favorites and new discoveries

From familiar favorites like Yabu and Ippudo to newer yet storied restaurants like Yakitori Hachibei and Hannosuke, there’s nothing you won’t like at Kiwami

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Cook these Japanese dishes quick and easy with an air fryer

Yes, you’ll still get the same crunch and flavor for your karaage and yaki onigiri

Apples, seaweed, and cheese are the ingredients of your new favorite snack

This supposed Japanese kids snack ticks off all the important snack flavor buckets: salty, sweet, fresh, and crunchy