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Trying local food can help an international student feel more at home in Japan. Many meals are simple, low cost and easy to find near schools or stations. Rice dishes, noodles and small side plates give you many options to try. Some stud...

When people think of Japanese food, they often picture sushi or ramen. But Japan has many local dishes that are lesser known, yet hold a special place in regional culture. One such dish is Shokkara jiru, a flavorful soup from the Izu Isl...

Discover the enchanting world of Hoshino Coffee, where traditional Japanese coffee culture meets modern sophistication. With its meticulously crafted menu and inviting ambiance, Hoshino Coffee offers an unparalleled experience that capti...

Imagine waking up in Japan, ready to explore the vibrant culture, only to find yourself wandering the quiet streets in search of breakfast. Many tourists experience this "breakfast refugee" situation, puzzled by the limited early morning...

Sano ramen (佐野ラーメン) is a local noodle specialty from Sano City in Tochigi Prefecture, within about 70 kilometers of Tokyo. It pairs a clear soy sauce broth with aodake-uchi noodles, which makers press with a long green bamboo pole....

Noshikomi udon is a rustic and warming noodle dish from Japan. Unlike the typical slick and chewy udon often found in restaurants, this version is a hearty meal in a single pot, filled with thick, flat noodles and various vegetables. It'...

The city of Koriyama in Fukushima, Japan, is home to a beloved local treat that, at first glance, seems remarkably simple. This sweet staple, known as the Cream Box, is more than just a piece of bread with cream. It is a source of local ...

Canned oden (おでん缶) is one of those unique Japanese foods that people often find surprising. It is warm, comforting oden packed inside a can, ready to eat anywhere. In this article, we’ll go over what canned oden is, how it started, a...

Introduction: The UCLA Hustle and the Search for Perfect Fuel Let's be real: life at UCLA is a constant juggle. You're sprinting from a lecture in Bunche Hall to a lab in the biomedical building, cramming for a midterm at Powell Library,...

Introduction: The Evolution of the Campus Dining Hall The American college cafeteria is in the middle of a serious glow-up. Gone are the days when the only options were sad salad bars, questionable "mystery meat," and vats of overcooked ...