FoodsScanning Food in Japan: Why Payke Helps — and When It Doesn’t
A Japanese Explains! Payke is useful—but not magic. Learn which Japanese supermarket products you can trust, where Payke fails, and why relying on it for allergies can be risky.
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FoodsWhat to Do in Japan When You Don’t Like the Food You Ordered
A Japanese Explains! What should you do in Japan when the food you ordered isn’t to your taste?This guide explores how honesty, politeness, and cultural nuance shape the right response — without losing face or kindness.
FoodsWhen Are Sushi Restaurants in Japan Open? A Complete Guide by Restaurant Type
A Japanese Explains! Sushi in Japan isn’t open all day. Many shops close in the afternoon or by 9 p.m. This guide shows typical hours by restaurant type, plus tips to plan your sushi meal without surprises.
FoodsHow to Make Curry Udon from Leftover Japanese Curry – Airbnb Kitchen Edition
A Japanese Explains! Turn leftover Japanese curry into easy, flavorful curry udon—perfect for an Airbnb kitchen. Simple steps, minimal gear, and a taste of home-style Japan.
FoodsHow to Cook Japanese Curry in an Airbnb Kitchen – A Traveler-Friendly Guide
Japanese home-style curry rice usually features a mildly spiced, slightly thick roux with thinly sliced meat, carrots, a...
FoodsWhat to Eat in Japan When You’re Tired of Restaurants (Airbnb-Friendly Options)
A Japanese Explains! How to cook authentic home-style meals in Japan—even in a small Airbnb kitchen with limited tools. Includes smart shopping tips and ways to make the most of local supermarkets without wasting food.
FoodsRestaurants Closed? 7 Places to Eat in Japan Between 2 and 5 PM
A Japanese Explains! Uh-oh—restaurants are closed between lunch and dinner. But don’t panic. Here are 7 spots in Japan where you can eat, chill, and stay sane between 2 and 5 PM.
FoodsJapanese Food: What’s Worth the Price—and What Isn’t
A Japanese Explains! Wondering where to spend—or save—on Japanese food? From upscale sushi to dirt-cheap curry, here's a local’s honest take on what’s worth it and what’s not.
FoodsIs Japanese Food Really That Healthy? – The Truth Behind the “Healthy Japanese Cuisine” Myth
A Japanese Explains! Looking forward to eating delicious, healthy Japanese food on your trip? Hold on. This article breaks down what Japanese food really is—and whether it’s as healthy as you think.
FoodsWhat a System — The Weirdly Quiet Rules of Fast Food in Japan
A Japanese Explains! Fast food in Japan isn't as "universal" as it seems. From silent lines to suspiciously polite service, here are five quirks that may change how you see your burger.