New Hard Rock Cafe location in the ancient Japanese capital offers unique food items including this “raindrop cake” made from Kyoto water.
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Ramen chef has had it with rude customers from his own country, so he’s cast them out of his noodle paradise.
Japan’s boba obsession heads into the world of ramen, but is it worth eating? We find out.
Its founder started out with a street-side food stall in Japan’s samurai era, and his restaurant is still serving customers in Tokyo today.
We spend some time with an expert noodle chef and find out what it takes to become one-star certified.
Budget-friendly chain uses Japan’s best green tea for menu so mouthwatering we’re ready to eat them as our main course.
Music-themed restaurant doesn’t want to rock the boat and instead incorporates local cultural into its design and food items.
There’s no need to give up ramen on sizzling hot days as long as you eat it Yamagata-style.
Single-person dining capsules turn meal time into me time with some nice amenities.
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Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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