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How to make a shoyu chicken ramen bowl
If you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal full of umami goodness, this is the answer.
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Why depachikas in Japan are the best place to enjoy the foodie scene
Skip the fancy restaurants; these halls are the perfect place to dive into Japan’s food.
Anyone for 3D meat? Japan's Expo showcases food of the future
The Expo showcases futuristic foods, including green and red rice.
Sushi, burrito or beef burger? This recipe merges all three
Inspired by chef Peter Yen's 'sushiritto', this recipe adds burger elements to the mix.
‘Why should we apologise?’: Ponsonby eatery reacts to food poisoning claims
A family reported severe food poisoning after dining on January 28.
'Pure aggression': Staff defend themselves with chairs as armed offenders raid Auckland eatery
The restaurant's co-owner said offenders were wielding sharp objects as well as hammers.
Sky-high yakitori? Here's how you should spend your weekend in Auckland
Christmas markets, art and food for a good cause, plus much more.
Why Tokyo's Sancha neighbourhood is the perfect base for first-timers
Bonus, it flies completely under the tourist radar.
Jesse Mulligan reflects on his stay at the uber-luxe Ritz-Carlton Kyoto
Is this $2000 per night hotel worthy of a return visit?
The secret to eating like you know what you're doing in Osaka
From sushi vending machines to Hello Kitty-shaped cakes.
Is the Japan ski scene as good as everyone makes out?
Everyone raves about skiing in Japan, but is it worth the hype?
Victim's son thanks community as Auckland sushi shop reopens after brutal stabbing
The son says his mum and the family are 'getting stronger by the day'.
Katsu Katsu restaurant: The crispiest, cheesiest reason to park in Newmarket?
"The utensil's sole purpose was to ensure I scraped every bit of hot, gooey cheese."
Watch: Ardie Savea struggles with Japanese cuisine
It's a wrap: All Blacks star rises to onigiri challenge.
Sushi, ceviche, kokoda- should you eat raw fish on holiday?
How to be sushi smart and avoid anisakis disease.
10 Things I wish I'd known before visiting Japan for the first time
From singing toilets to chopstick etiquette, here is what can catch first-timers out.
Kyoto wants you back, but it has some polite suggestions
The New York Times: Kyoto, Japan is grappling with how to accommodate the crowds.