James Lau
James Lau spent three years in the deep countryside of Kyushu and now calls himself inakamono. He enjoys a good bowl of ramen and is currently on the hunt for his new tsukemen shop. When not eating ramen, he enjoys playing crane games and doing both film and digital photography.
Articles by James Lau
Kinoko no Yama: The Amazing Mushroom-Shaped Snack
Kinoko no Yama is one of Japan’s most popular chocolate snacks, loved by children and adults.
Kushiyaki and Yakiton: Japan’s Amazing Food Skewers
Skewered, grilled meats are one of the simplest joys of Japanese food culture. While yakitori is famous worldwide, Japan offers much more in skewered dishes. Yakiton and kushiyaki both bring variety and character to the table.
Rice in Japanese: How Language Brings Food to Life
Rice is Japan’s most important staple food and is eaten almost every meal. The Japanese word gohan means “cooked rice” and “meal,” showing how central rice is to daily life.
Japanese Moon Festival: Great Tsukimi Snacks and Beyond!
Tsukimi is just as much about food as it is about the moon. Regardless of what interests you, tsukimi offers a chance to enjoy the season through its flavors!
Casio Has a New AI Pet Named Moflin!
Casio has developed a unique AI-powered pet named Moflin, a soft and responsive robot designed to behave like a living creature.
Hanayashiki: Tokyo’s Best Amusement Park Since 1853!
Just beside the historic Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa, Hanayashiki holds the title of Japan’s oldest amusement park!
