Those little silver balls
You’ll see a lot of pachinko parlours in Japan but it’s a confusing game for outsiders. For the Japanese economy, though, it’s a huge earner!
Tsukemono: 30 Days of Japanese Food
Everything you need to know about tsukemono: the history, ingredients and varieties of the Japanese dish.
Visit the Tomioka Silk Mill
The Tomioka Silk Mill offers a fascinating insight into Japan’s move to globalisation and modernisation.
Champon: 30 Days of Japanese Food
Everything you need to know about champon: the history, ingredients and varieties of the Japanese dish.
Edamame: 30 Days of Japanese Food
Everything you need to know about edamame: the history, ingredients and varieties of the Japanese dish.
Bento: 30 Days of Japanese Food
Everything you need to know about bento: the history, ingredients and varieties of the Japanese dish.