Let's Eat! The Tasty History of Japanese Food in America (Stone Bridge Press, 2023). He's now back at Westword as our interim Food Editor. Learn more at nikkeiview.com.

A new batch of bakeries have made Waterloo region their home. And while some of what’s in their display cases may feel ...

A Bite-Sized History Daifuku s origins trace back to the Edo period (1603 1868), when mochi was already a popular staple in ceremonial and everyday life. Initially called harabuto mochi (meaning ...

Once a meditative Japanese ritual, matcha is now a mainstay in cafés, coolers, cocktails — and culture ...

Dining out in Honolulu doesn’t need to be a pricey affair. You can eat delicious local and Hawaiian cuisines without it ...

Denver Cherry Blossom Festival The Denver Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual event that will turn Sakura Square in downtown Denver into a colorful celebration of Japanese culture. This year, the ...

Gerald Nisogi proudly shares his family’s history whenever possible. He’s a Box Elder County resident and descendant of Japanese pioneers who moved to Box Elder County.

The bilingual Vietnamese-Japanese edition of A brief illustrated history of Vietnam contributes to the promotion of Vietnamese history and culture among Japanese readers, creating opportunities for ...

Our reviewer has never encountered a more expansive offering of these squishy pastry desserts than at this spot. It’ll cure your wish-I-was-in-Japan blues.

According to Ichinose, the Japanese civic group launched a public petition demanding the Japanese government return looted Chinese artifacts. Key items targeted for repatriation include three stone ...

However, it might be best to save the space for dessert. The Japanese mochi is made of sweet rice dough filled with your choice of strawberry, green tea, mango, chocolate, or vanilla ice cream. It’s ...