# Japan Food & Culture Guide

> Local Food, Culture & Travel Tips


## Posts

- [Japanese Shichimi Togarashi: Visiting Yawataya Isogoro at Zenkoji](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/09/27/japanese-shichimi-togarashi-yawataya-isogoro/): If you have eaten at a Japanese restaurant, you may have noticed small containers of seasonings on the table.
- [Zenkoji Temple in Nagano: Nioh Gate, Main Hall and Soba](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/09/21/zenkoji-temple-nagano/): During my trip to Nagano, I visited Zenkoji Temple, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Nagano City.
- [Japanese Bidet Toilets: How to Use Them in Japan](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/09/12/japanese-bidet-toilets/): If you travel to Japan, you may notice something unusual about many Japanese toilets.
- [Minato Shichifukujin: A Seven Lucky Gods Walk in Tokyo](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/09/06/minato-shichifukujin-tokyo/): Every year, I visit a different Shichifukujin, or Seven Lucky Gods, pilgrimage as part of my New Year tradition.
- [Kamakura in Autumn: A Walking Trip from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu to Kenchoji and Engakuji](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/08/30/kamakura-autumn-hiking/): Kamakura is one of the easiest day-trip destinations to visit from Yokohama.
- [Fushimi Inari Shrine: Senbon Torii, Foxes & Inari Sushi in Kyoto](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/08/23/fushimi-inari-shrine-kyoto/): One of the most popular places to visit in Kyoto, especially among international travelers, is Fushimi Inari Shrine.
- [STAND LIZARRAN: Spanish Food and Drinks Near Yokohama Station](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/08/15/stand-lizarran-spanish-food-yokohama/): If you're looking for a casual Spanish restaurant near Yokohama Station, STAND LIZARRAN is a great place to try.
- [Kobe Travel: Grill Ippei Beef Cutlet & Night Views](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/08/15/kobe-travel-grill-ippei/): I recently took a trip to Kobe, a beautiful port city in western Japan.
- [Yokohama Bay Brewing Yokohama Front: Local Craft Beer Near Yokohama Station](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/08/08/yokohama-bay-brewing-yokohama-front/): If you are looking for a place to enjoy locally brewed craft beer near Yokohama Station, Yokohama Bay Brewing Yokohama Front is a place worth checking out.
- [Guangzhou Ichiba Yokohama Porta: Wonton Noodles Near Yokohama Station](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/07/26/guangzhou-ichiba-yokohama-porta/): If you are looking for a good bowl of wonton noodles near Yokohama Station,Guangzhou Ichiba Yokohama Porta is worth checking out.
- [Bairan Yakisoba at BASEGATE Kannai: Yokohama's Famous Crispy Noodles](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/07/20/bairan-yakisoba-yokohama/): If you are looking for something different from the usual ramen or fried rice in Yokohama, Bairan Yakisoba is a dish worth trying.
- [Japanese Hand Towel: Why Everyone in Japan Carries One](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/07/12/japanese-hand-towel/): If you visit Japan, you’ll quickly notice that many people carry a small hand towel wherever they go.
- [Public Toilets in Japan: A Practical Guide for Travelers](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/07/05/public-toilets-japan/): Train stations, department stores, shopping centers, airports, parks, and many other public places have restrooms that travelers can use.
- [Best Teppanyaki in Yokohama: Chikita Tei Nagomi](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/06/28/chikita-tei-nagomi-yokohama/): When many people outside Japan hear the word teppanyaki, they often imagine chefs juggling knives, building onion volcanoes, and entertaining guests with dramatic cooking performances.
- [Welcome Suica for Tourists: Complete Guide to Japan’s IC Card (2026)](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/06/21/welcome-suica-guide-japan/): Welcome Suica is a prepaid IC card designed specifically for international visitors to Japan.
- [800°DEGREES CRAFT BREW STAND Yokohama: Craft Beer and Food at NEWoMan Yokohama](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/06/07/800-degrees-craft-brew-stand-yokohama-craft-beer/): If you are looking for a casual place to enjoy craft beer and food near Yokohama Station, 800°DEGREES CRAFT BREW STAND is a place worth checking out.
- [The Hof Brau Yokohama: German Beer and Food in Yokohama](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/05/31/the-hof-brau-yokohama-german-beer-spa-pizza-yamashita-park/): If you are looking for German beer and food in Yokohama, The Hof Brau Yokohama is a restaurant worth checking out.
- [Okonomiyaki Yukari Yokohama – Experience Osaka’s Famous Savory Pancake](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/05/30/okonomiyaki-yukari-yokohama/): If you’re looking to try authentic Japanese comfort food in Yokohama, you don’t have to travel all the way to Osaka.
- [A Hidden Auberge in Shizuoka: A Relaxing Stay at Auberge Hanagoyomi](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/05/24/auberge-hanagoyomi-ito-shizuoka/): If you are looking for a quiet getaway in Ito, I would like to introduce a small auberge in Shizuoka Prefecture that accepts only two groups of guests per day: Auberge Hanagoyomi.
- [Hatsumode at Kawasaki Daishi — A Traditional Japanese New Year Experience](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/05/10/hatsumode-kawasaki-daishi-japanese-new-year/): One of the most important New Year traditions in Japan is Hatsumode — the first visit to a shrine or temple of the year.
- [Oirase Gorge: A Scenic Nature Escape in Aomori](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/05/07/oirase-gorge-aomori/): Located in Aomori Prefecture, at the northern tip of Japan's main island, Oirase Gorge is one of the country's most beautiful places to experience nature.
- [Best Tempura in Yokohama: Tempura Fukunishi – Zen and Takumi](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/04/29/best-tempura-yokohama-fukunishi-zen-takumi/): Tempura is one of Japan’s most iconic dishes—seafood, vegetables, and mountain herbs coated in a light, crispy batter and deep-fried to perfection.
- [Unagi in Yokohama: Yasohachi & Summer Tradition](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/04/19/unagi-yokohama-yasohachi/): If you’re looking for great unagi in Yokohama, this is the place to start.
- [Yokohama’s Best Omakase: Sushi Tokyo Ten](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/04/13/yokohamas-best-omakase-sushi-tokyo-ten/): Located inside the station complex right next to Yokohama Station, you’ll find an excellent sushi spot in NEWoMan: Sushi Tokyo Ten Yokohama.
- [Best Pizza in Yokohama: La Figlia Del Presidente](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/04/11/yokohama-pizza-la-figlia-del-presidente/): Looking for great pizza in Yokohama? Let me introduce one of my favorite spots in Kannai.
- [Yokohama: Sakura & Baseball](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/03/22/yokohama-cherry-blossoms-baseball/): When I think about one of my favorite days in Yokohama, it starts with cherry blossoms and ends with a baseball game.
- [Explore Japan’s Food](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/03/22/regional-japanese-food-beyond-tokyo/): When people think of Japanese food, they usually imagine sushi in Tokyo.
- [Japanese Food Beyond Sushi](https://japanfoodcultureguide.net/2026/03/22/how-i-eat-in-yokohama/): When people think of Japanese food, sushi is usually the first thing that comes to mind.

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