Author: Dale Roll

It’s so good you’ll want to eat it every day! Camping is all the rage in Japan right now, which is no surprise given the vast amount of absolutely beautiful … Read More

And you can only get it at Family Mart for a limited time! Starbucks has a series of prepackaged drinks called “Chilled Cups”, which can be found at most convenience … Read More

As it turns out, roasting persimmons creates an entirely different food experience! The last of the summer heat has finally cooled off in the last few days, and Tokyo feels … Read More

As toppings or as a side…these are the best things to complement rice! White rice is a staple of Japanese cuisine. It’s not unusual for it to be eaten at … Read More

This bowl went viral on Twitter…but for what?? We had to find out.  Hundred yen shops are veritable treasure troves. In their bountiful aisles you can find clothes, toys, craft … Read More

Netizens were unanimous in thinking “yoga on the ocean” was a bad idea. There are lots of interesting ways to do yoga these days, like in a cat cafe or … Read More

How do European yakisoba flavors satisfy a Japanese palate? Cup Noodle is one of Japan’s top instant noodle brands, but it’s pretty popular the world over too. For example, did … Read More

Are these chips enough to satisfy a true natto fan? Natto, or fermented soybeans, is just one of those foods that you either love or you hate. With an odor … Read More

Can hypnosis keep us from tasting spiciness? We try to find out!! Hypnotists were all the rage in Japan at the end of the Showa period (the ’70s and ’80s). … Read More

The stage sequel to the Harry Potter series is finally coming to Japan! Harry Potter fans, are you ready? Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is finally coming to Tokyo! The … Read More