A bargain deal on expensive ingredients makes our reporter think twice about her ideas of cooking.
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Devil’s Club noodles are over half the length of an average human, so how the heck do you eat them?
Our sweet-loving reporter falls in love with a delicacy that’s been enjoyed by the people of Gunma for hundreds of years.
Korakuen Iekei Ramen Truck Yaro Since 2021 celebrates Japan’s culture of decorated trucks.
Our reporter completes a challenging race only to face a tougher challenge — a giant rice ball!
Tokyoites can now enjoy this favorite pre-flight meal of travelers without getting on a plane.
Our team of weight-watching middle aged guys see what they think of Lawson’s new ‘Delicious and guilt-free!’ fried chicken.
Our taste tester has spent years avoiding kaiten sushi shime saba, so will he regret giving it a second chance?
Wendy’s, Mos Burger, Lotteria, KFC and McDonald’s give us a taste of the moon this autumn!
We regret being so quick to judge the Kanjuku Beniharuka, but not being so quick to eat it.
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