Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Japan has been one of the hottest travel destinations on earth for the past few years, breaking record after record, and more ...

Surviving an entire day in Japan using only convenience store food showcases the incredible variety, quality, and creativity ...

One of Japan’s many culinary treasures is the country’s heartwarming and humble comfort food. Whether you’re looking for something to cook at home, order for delivery, or add to your itinerary on a ...

If there's one commonality across cultures, it's that almost all of us engage in eating this one type of food in various ways ...

The oceans in and around Japan are believed to contain roughly 1,500 kinds of seaweed, which have long been a staple of Japanese cuisine. Depending on the region and the climate, you can find many ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Akiko Katayama covers Japanese food and culture. Fermentation has become a keyword these days, not just among chefs but the ...

Japan's ritual, precision, and regional specialization extends to casual fare as much as fine dining. Especially popular during the winter months, oden — found at street stalls and small, casual ...

Japan is set to raise prices on more than 1,000 food and beverage products in June, as inflation, rising production costs, ...