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Donut Shop in Omotesando

November 13th, 2012By Gabrielle EwartCategory: Food & Dining, Play

Coffee starts my day right. But it would be really nice if I can pair it with bread or donuts. This pair is the perfect start to a long week of work and I'm sure that anything good, delicious, bright and colorful would make mornings perfect...things that this shop o ... » Continue Reading
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Nagoya Food Trip

November 5th, 2012By Victoria Marie HurdCategory: Food & Dining, Play

Mameya Nori Nori Restaurant is located in Nagoya, Japan. It has that cozy Japanese feel that would make you enjoy your meal any time of the day and I was glad to have tried and experienced another Japanese food trip in this part of the country. The sign outside t ... » Continue Reading
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How Will American Fast Food Affect Japanese Culture?

November 2nd, 2012By Donald AshCategory: Culture, Food & Dining, Play

I won't lie, I DO love a good Mickey D's strawberry shake and some fries. This Crispy apple pies ain't bad neither. Mmm, mmm, mmm! I will be the first one to tell you that a McDonald’s chicken sandwich with a large order of crispy, lightly salted, golden fries fol ... » Continue Reading
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Yoshikawa Japanese Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan

October 25th, 2012By Victoria Marie HurdCategory: Food & Dining, Play, Travel

I really enjoyed eating at this restaurant, but the service and interior decoration is what really brought everything together. For a special occasion this restaurant would be a great choice...and I was told that if you come here for lunch it is more affordable! Th ... » Continue Reading
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Traditional Japanese Sweets and Snacks

October 24th, 2012By GaijinPotCategory: Culture, Food & Dining, Travel

Have you tried freshly made traditional Japanese sweets and snacks before? There is a spot in Tokyo where you get to actually try them fresh. It is in Azabu Juban, a district of Minato Ward which is a lively residential area in central Tokyo with a mixture of Japa ... » Continue Reading
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Eat Up, Chow Down, Dig In. A Culinary Journey Across Japan.

October 19th, 2012By Nicole SauerCategory: Culture, Food & Dining

When a Japanese person asks about your vacation, the question “Where did you go?” is inevitably followed up by, “What did you eat?” It is even more likely that upon learning the destination, the next question will be “Did you try ?” as the Japanese seem to acquire early ... » Continue Reading
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Pasta and Pastries at Pasta Piccola

October 18th, 2012By Victoria Marie HurdCategory: Food & Dining, Play, Travel

If you find yourself suddenly craving for pasta dishes and the smell of coffee and pastries, you can always stop by this restaurant in Chikusa. We took my mom to Pasta Piccola since they have amazing Italian food! They didn't disappoint and my mom loved their food! O ... » Continue Reading
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Yoshito! よしと

October 11th, 2012By Victoria Marie HurdCategory: Food & Dining, Play

When my mother came to visit me in Nagoya, Sato and I decided to show her what we do best in Nagoya...of course, eating! We took her to our favorite restaurant her first night here. This Yoshito and they have amazing food! They only have fresh seafood very day! ... » Continue Reading
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Japanese Whisky

September 28th, 2012By ToraToraCategory: Food & Dining

After a hard day of chasing 8-year olds around a classroom trying to retrieve my markers and diagrams back, I love the smooth taste of a fine gentleman's refreshment, with the zingy aftertaste and the rich aroma that floats around your head. Finding scotch whi ... » Continue Reading
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Organic Aoyama

September 27th, 2012By Gabrielle EwartCategory: Food & Dining, Play, Shopping, Travel

The outdoor Aoyama Farmer’s Market in Omotesando is a great place to buy organic fruit and vegetables from around the Kanto region. Every weekend on both Saturday and Sunday, there is a variety of prime produce brought in by local farmers. It is hugely popular and provi ... » Continue Reading