Apr 16 (Aden Films) - A visit to Teppanyaki Tokiwa in Kyoto to have Omi Wagyu Steak, Lobster and some side dishes.
At Teppanyaki Tokiwa, skilled chefs prepare meals right before your eyes on a hot iron griddle, showcasing their culinary artistry. The menu features premium ingredients, including Wagyu beef, live lobster, and seasonal vegetables, all cooked to perfection. A signature dish is their flavorful garlic rice, often praised by diners.
The Nuclear Regulation Authority approved a draft review on April 30th confirming that safety measures at Hokkaido Electric Power’s Tomari Nuclear Power Plant Unit 3 comply with the country’s updated safety standards. This effectively clears the unit for restart, making it the 18th reactor at 11 nuclear plants nationwide to pass the review under the new regulatory framework.
The entire population of pandas at Adventure World in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, is being returned to China, delivering a major blow to both the mayor and residents. The emotional and economic impact is significant.
The rules surrounding benefits for parents on childcare leave were tightened in April due to concerns over the practice known as 'aiming to miss nursery placement.'
The "phantom bridge," a Hokkaido heritage site in the Tokachi region known for appearing and disappearing with the seasons, has begun drawing visitors again in 2025 as its elusive form grows increasingly fragile.
Kazuki Tomono of Daiichi Juken Group performed his new short program for the upcoming season targeting the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics during the Prince Ice World show held in Yokohama on April 26th.
Shizuka is on a quest to try foods that went viral on the Japanese internet, and today in Episode 3 of our series, she's trying FOUR viral eats all located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Are they worth the hype? (Japan by Food)
Soybeans steamed to a tender finish in a pressure cooker — this is the foundation of 'Izu Natto,' made from locally grown soybeans and the water of Izu.
We visited three different food truck spots and tasted a variety of mouthwatering dishes. (TabiEats)
Sushi is a Japanese cultural staple that's become famous ALL over the globe. But, when you finally arrive in Japan, where can you get the best and most fresh sushi? (Japan by Food)
We visit a hidden gem in Osaka that specializes in Yakiniku featuring the exquisite Omi Beef, recognized as one of Japan’s top three Wagyu varieties. (TabiEats)
This is behind the counter at Taruya, a Japanese father and daughter run Traditional style Teppan Okonomiyaki izakaya aka drinking restaurant, that’s been around for almost 100 years. (Paolo fromTOKYO)
We visited ZETTERIA, a Japanese fast-food chain known for its “Zeppin” (絶品 = ultimate) burgers — and tried seven of them to find out if they truly live up to the hype. (TabiEats)
For many visitors, Japan’s convenience stores—affectionately known as konbini—are a wonderland of unfamiliar snacks, perfectly packed bento boxes, and an air of almost surreal cleanliness. But while travelers often marvel at the variety and efficiency, the konbini holds a much deeper significance for locals.
