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Have You Ever Tried Sakura Niku? Try This Traditional and Nutritious Japanese Cuisine Eaten in Spring!

Have You Ever Tried Sakura Niku? Try This Traditional and Nutritious Japanese Cuisine Eaten in Spring!

The weather is growing warmer in March, and soon it will be spring. Spring in Japan is synonymous with blooming cherry blossom, yet it is not the only sakura enjoyed by Japanese people - some of them would also consume "sakura nabe (hot pot)" to nourish the body. It is an important dish that is actually available all year round, and the "sakura niku (meat)" in it has been a reliable source of protein since time immemorial. So what exactly is sakura niku?

20 Best Restaurants in Fukuoka, Japan : Discover an Abundance of Regional Specialties

20 Best Restaurants in Fukuoka, Japan : Discover an Abundance of Regional Specialties

Fukuoka is a prefecture rife with a profusion of delicious foods particular to the region. Some of the local specialties include tonkotsu (pork bone broth) ramen, and motsu nabe (hot pot made with offals), mizutaki torinabe (hot pot made with chicken and vegetables), udon (thick noodles), and taki gyoza (simmered gyoza), just to name a few of the dishes on the menus of longstanding establishments near and dear to the locals. In this article, you will find 20 restaurants with a central theme of restaurants that serve Fukuoka's local specialties! Online reservations are also an option, so why not get head-start while stirring up an appetite planning out places to eat that catch your interest?

Enjoy Top Grade Wagyu Beef and Amazing Tokyo Night Scenery at a Yakiniku Restaurant!

Enjoy Top Grade Wagyu Beef and Amazing Tokyo Night Scenery at a Yakiniku Restaurant!

Shiodome is a well-known business district in Tokyo interspersed with sky-high office buildings, exotic streets, museums, art galleries and natural attractions, creating a unique atmosphere that attracts many tourists. Shiodome is also famous for its dazzling night view made up of densely-packed buildings. In this article, we will bring you to [Tenku Yakiniku Seiyuzan], a luxurious restaurant situated high up on the 41st floor, to savor top grade Wagyu (Japanese beef) while overlooking the beautiful scenery of Tokyo.

Enjoy Top Grade Wagyu Beef and Amazing Tokyo Night Scenery at a Yakiniku Restaurant!

Enjoy Top Grade Wagyu Beef and Amazing Tokyo Night Scenery at a Yakiniku Restaurant!

Shiodome is a well-known business district in Tokyo interspersed with sky-high office buildings, exotic streets, museums, art galleries and natural attractions, creating a unique atmosphere that attracts many tourists. Shiodome is also famous for its dazzling night view made up of densely-packed buildings. In this article, we will bring you to [Tenku Yakiniku Seiyuzan], a luxurious restaurant situated high up on the 41st floor, to savor top grade Wagyu (Japanese beef) while overlooking the beautiful scenery of Tokyo.

5 Things About Izakaya That Foreigners Find Surprising

5 Things About Izakaya That Foreigners Find Surprising

Just like bars and pubs of all kinds around the world, Japanese-style pubs (called "izakaya" in Japanese) are a place to unwind over drinks with food in a casual environment. However, izakaya have a lot of their own unique customs that can be surprising for newcomers. In this article, I'll introduce 5 things that surprised me about Japanese izakaya when I first came to Japan!

Top Restaurants Near Famous Tokyo Sakura Viewing Spots

Top Restaurants Near Famous Tokyo Sakura Viewing Spots

Tokyo's international reputation as a high-tech metropolis means that visitors may be surprised at just how many beautiful green spaces there are here. In the spring, locals and visitors alike are spoilt for choice when it comes to cherry blossom ("sakura" in Japanese) viewing spots. Here are some of Tokyo's most famous cherry blossom spots, as well as recommendations for excellent nearby restaurants.

Top Restaurants Near Famous Tokyo Sakura Viewing Spots

Top Restaurants Near Famous Tokyo Sakura Viewing Spots

Tokyo's international reputation as a high-tech metropolis means that visitors may be surprised at just how many beautiful green spaces there are here. In the spring, locals and visitors alike are spoilt for choice when it comes to cherry blossom ("sakura" in Japanese) viewing spots. Here are some of Tokyo's most famous cherry blossom spots, as well as recommendations for excellent nearby restaurants.

10 Recommended Restaurants in Japan's Nara: From Luxury Restaurants to Local Eateries! 

10 Recommended Restaurants in Japan's Nara: From Luxury Restaurants to Local Eateries! 

When it comes to sightseeing, narrowing a city full of choices down to a single restaurant can be a difficult task, especially in unfamiliar territory. All of the storefront signs and smells can appear enticing before you get to actually try their food for youself, creating quite the dilemma. You also can't forget that Nara also happens to be a standout location in Japan for sightseeing! Between UNESCO World Heritage sites, Horyuji Temple, and the Giant Buddha Statue, the prefecture is rife in attractive places to visit. You’ll find a handpicked selection of the best places to eat in Nara in this article, so you'll hopefully be able to make use of the information as a reference to get the most out of Nara's cuisine!

10 Recommended Restaurants in Japan's Nara: From Luxury Restaurants to Local Eateries! 

10 Recommended Restaurants in Japan's Nara: From Luxury Restaurants to Local Eateries! 

When it comes to sightseeing, narrowing a city full of choices down to a single restaurant can be a difficult task, especially in unfamiliar territory. All of the storefront signs and smells can appear enticing before you get to actually try their food for youself, creating quite the dilemma. You also can't forget that Nara also happens to be a standout location in Japan for sightseeing! Between UNESCO World Heritage sites, Horyuji Temple, and the Giant Buddha Statue, the prefecture is rife in attractive places to visit. You’ll find a handpicked selection of the best places to eat in Nara in this article, so you'll hopefully be able to make use of the information as a reference to get the most out of Nara's cuisine!

The Finest Wagyu Beef! 9 of Japan's Best Restaurants for Matsusaka Beef

The Finest Wagyu Beef! 9 of Japan's Best Restaurants for Matsusaka Beef

Matsusaka beef is one of three brands that make up what is called "Wagyu beef". The meat is characterized by an exquisite marbling, where the fat melts in the mouth, leaving behind a mild and fulfilling aftertaste. Make sure not to miss this specialty if visiting Japan! On that note, this article will be introducing a number of distinguished restaurants handpicked from across Japan, known especially for their premium Matsusaka beef.

The Finest Wagyu Beef! 9 of Japan's Best Restaurants for Matsusaka Beef

The Finest Wagyu Beef! 9 of Japan's Best Restaurants for Matsusaka Beef

Matsusaka beef is one of three brands that make up what is called "Wagyu beef". The meat is characterized by an exquisite marbling, where the fat melts in the mouth, leaving behind a mild and fulfilling aftertaste. Make sure not to miss this specialty if visiting Japan! On that note, this article will be introducing a number of distinguished restaurants handpicked from across Japan, known especially for their premium Matsusaka beef.

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