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Kobe Beef and Cultural City Experience in Kobe

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Sake Tasting Experience in Fukuoka with Obanzai

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What better way to occupy our time than to binge watch Japanese dramas? Mystery, action, romance, — you name it, we've got it covered with these 10 Japanese dramas.

10 Japanese Dramas to Watch While You #StayAtHome | byFood

Crack out the popcorn or some crunchy Pocky sticks and prepare to lose yourself in some of the best Japan videos right here on our Japanese food blog! Browse through our range of Japan videos to watch everything you ever wanted to know about travel in Japan and authentic food experiences on offer. Our video blogs offer insight into useful travel tips and Japan’s stunning must-see destinations while also introducing traditional Japanese culture and unique pockets of modern society. And of course, feast your eyes on some of the weirdest, tastiest, and most unique dishes in Japan as well as regional specialties and traditional favorites.

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Make your own authentic Japanese food that tastes like it came straight out of a Japanese restaurant when you cook along at home watching the best <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/japanese-cooking-videos">Japanese cooking videos</a> covering all traditional Japanese dishes from crispy tempura to authentic okonomiyaki. Or, transport yourself into the virtual classroom and <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/learn-japanese-online">learn Japanese online</a> by watching these language lesson videos! Keep your eyes peeled for the best videos about Japan featuring local travel tips, regional cuisine, breathtaking destinations, unique experiences, and more, right here on byFood.

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In this Japan by Food video, join Shizuka Anderson and ramen enthusiast Frank as they try award-winning lobster ramen in Shibuya and announce a new ramen series on the YouTube channel.

Shizuka and Frank Try Shibuya’s Award-Winning Lobster Ramen | byFood

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Join these fun virtual cooking classes and online experiences to find out about Japanese culture and learn to cook Japanese food, even if you can't travel to Japan!

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Japanese food culture is famously unique throughout different prefectures of Japan. Food in Japan is undoubtedly one of the cultural highlights that brings visitors to Japan each year, and what brings Japanese people together every day. Regional climates, glorious diverse landscapes, and locally-grown seasonal ingredients are what make Japan’s diverse food culture possible. This in turn feeds into the local culture and proudly prefectural Japanese cuisine on offer, where fresh flavors and refined textures are the heroes of Japanese cooking. From traditional street food to exquisite kaiseki dining experiences, get to know the best of food culture in Japan. Articles from our blog on byFood cover customs and rituals, important cultural events, modern trends, and the latest food news.
Your first stop to our Japanese food blog should be to learn about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/japanese-traditional-foods">20 traditional Japanese food dishes</a>, closely followed by our detailed <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/guide-to-japanese-sake">guide to Japanese sake</a>. Next, introduce your tastebuds to regional variations and local specialty cuisine, or learn about the culture of Japan’s signature dish comparing the difference between <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/what-is-omakase-sushi">omakase sushi</a> and <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/different-types-of-sushi">other different types of sushi</a>. For traditional Japanese culture, discover articles including what it’s like getting a taste of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/namahage-restaurant-akita-dining-namahage">traditions from the Akita Prefecture in Tokyo</a>, or find out what to expect when trying your hand at <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/amezaiku-japanese-candy-sculpting">amezaiku candy sculpting</a>! 
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This is your guide to celebrating cherry blossom season in Japan, from must-try snacks to finding a sakura viewing spot and planning your perfect hanami picnic!

How to Celebrate Cherry Blossom Season in Japan | byFood

Perhaps you’re traveling in Japan on a budget, or you might only have one week to make the most of the crazy maze of a city that is Tokyo. No matter what kind of adventure you’ve got lined up, check out our food and culture blog and get the latest Japan travel tips to make the most of any trip to Japan! As a great introduction to different prefectures, our extensive articles covering what to eat and where to eat in Japan make a great starting point. Browse our travel articles to find out <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/what-to-eat-in-shizuoka">What to Eat in Shizuoka</a> or the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/things-to-do-in-sendai">top things to do in Sendai</a>. Read our tips to help create your plan of attack for so many delicious and diverse foodie destinations throughout Japan.

Armed with useful travel intel (like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/news/50-percent-off-jr-east-shinkansen-tickets">special travel campaigns</a>) our Japan travel tips can help you save time and money, with more left over to spend on delicious Japanese food! Our Japanese food blog is also here to help anyone who’s traveling with a dietary requirement. It features mouthwatering articles about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/japan-vegan-guide">vegan and vegetarian dining in Japan</a>, plus detailed guides for Halal diners, such as where you can find <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/halal-in-tokyo-asakusa">Halal food in Asakusa</a> in Tokyo. 

For those taking a trip to Tokyo, you can discover useful Japan travel tips about both its iconic and lesser-known districts with extensive neighborhood food guides, offering a great city overview. Or, you can dive deep into the world of bloggers with our articles introducing Japan travel bloggers from around the world like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/canadian-travel-bloggers-featuring-japan">Canada</a>, <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/american-travel-bloggers-featuring-japan">America</a>, the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/uk-travel-bloggers-featuring-japan">UK</a>, and more. We also regularly share guides covering upcoming events in Japan, so keep an eye out if you want to work some local experiences and festivals into your itinerary.

Heading off to Japan? Yokoso! Learn everything you need to know before you go with extensive Japan travel tips and insights from our food and culture blog.

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