Food Ippudo Ramen Tom Roseveare Ippudo (一風堂) is one of the most recognised names in the ramen world, having replicated the success of its Hakata-born tonko..
Food Ramen Oozakura Tom Roseveare Ramen Oozakura (ラーメン大桜) is a regional ramen chain home to central Kanagawa that does great iekei-style ramen, serving wh..
Culture Dogo Onsen: Tradition Stripped Bare Bronwyn O'Neill Dogo Onsen, the inspiration for the Studio Ghibli film Spirited Away, is one of Matsuyama's most prized buildings and one of..
Culture Summer in Kumamoto Castle Yolanda Marta Kartika Kumamoto Castle, a magnificent castle located in southern Japan and is the pride of Kyushu has never lost its charm in any season...
Culture Kanto Festival Centre Kasia Szumna Anyone who have ever attended any Japanese festival, knows too well that it can be very confusing. Colorful kimonos and glittering..
Food 2-chome Tsukemen Gachi Joe Robinson In the tacky light show that is Kabukichō district, 2-chome Tsukemen Gachi makes ramen with real character, served by real cha..
Food Seoul in Shimizu Peter Sidell In Shimizu in the suburbs of Japan's Shizuoka city, Seoul is a lively, inexpensive restaurant serving tasty Korean food.