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What is Wasabi? Common Questions Answered
I visited a wasabi farm in Shizuoka prefecture, and I’m in the process of making a video about it. But first to understand the basics about the spicy plant and how it differs from the fake tubed stuff, I wrote an article for Japan Objects: https://japanobjects.com/features/wasabi
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5 Delicious Hokkaido Foods in Japan
In Japan, the northern Hokkaido region is known for its culinary prowess. There is so much variety, and it seems that every town has its own delicious specialty. GaijinPot already covered some of the broader basics of Hokkaido, like their great dairy, but these are 5 more specific dishes that you shouldn’t miss if you…
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Joining Clubs and Groups in Japan
It can be hard getting over that language barrier and meeting new people in Japan. But one of the best ways to do it is to join a club or group, so you can bond over your similar interests. Take a look at the full article on the Jobs in Japan blog:https://jobsinjapan.com/living-in-japan-guide/how-to-make-japanese-friends-by-joining-a-club-or-group/
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10 Things to Know about Kutaniyaki Japanese Ceramics
In addition to my YouTube video on the subject, I wrote a short overview about the art of Kutaniyaki for Japan Objects. Here I touch on its history, how it’s made, its signature styles, and other basic elements to get to know the craft. Read the article below:https://japanobjects.com/features/kutaniyaki If you want to buy any kutaniyaki…
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5 Iconic Torii Gates in Japan
Torii gates are the red archways you see all around Japan, signifying the doorway into the spiritual. They are usually found at entrances to Shinto shrines, and some of them tower above us, making for a truly impressive sight. Whenever you come across a torii, it is customary to walk on the left or right…
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5 Summer Foods to Cool Off in Japan
One of the things I love about Japanese food is its sheer variety – there’s always so much to choose from all year round. Whereas in the UK I might be limited to a bowl of ice cream to cool off, there are much more fun options in Japan. This is just a small selection…
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5 Iconic Great Buddha Statues in Japan
In Japan, Great Buddha statues are called daibutsu. There are quite a lot of these large Buddha statues around Japan, but these are some of the most iconic ones that deserve to be on Japan bucket lists. See the full article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/5-iconic-great-buddha-statues-in-japan/
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VTubers Delivering Your Food in Tokyo
Based on a recent press release regarding Yakiniku no Watami, a yakiniku restaurant, I looked at what’s happening with the VTubers who will be serving customers for a limited time in Tokyo. Read the article here: https://livejapan.com/en/in-tokyo/in-pref-tokyo/in-ikebukuro/article-a0005164/
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Japanese Superstitions: Good and Bad Omens
Where I come from, broken mirrors and black cats are the obvious superstitions, but what about in Japan? In my piece for Tokyo Weekender, find out why to hide your thumbs in Japan when you see a hearse, or why spider lilies shouldn’t be taken home. Read the full article here:https://www.tokyoweekender.com/2022/06/japanese-superstitions-good-bad-omens/
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Japanese Recipe Adventures: Hiyashi Chuka
My boyfriend doesn’t usually make dinner requests, but as soon as summer hits, Hiyashi Chuka is what he asks for. And I gladly comply, because it’s a wonderfully cool dish that doesn’t require much cooking, making it great for those hot summer nights. See the recipe article here:https://blog.gaijinpot.com/japanese-recipe-adventures-hiyashi-chuka/
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Cassandra Lord - Japan Content Creator 