Check out all of the sakura inspired items at various Starbucks locations around Japan for the 2022 sakura season.

The Japanese Hamburg Steak – a favorite among children and a classic taste-trip for adults. More similar to a Salisbury steak than a typical American hamburger, there’s an interesting story of how the hamburger steak cemented itself into Japan’s rich food culture.

Let’s not be under any pretenses here: being a vegetarian – let alone vegan – in Japan can be hard. But with a bit of knowledge and preparation, it is doable.

Ever found yourself getting bored of hearty meals and craving something simple but tasty instead? Then, furikake – a simple Japanese spice is the right choice.

See what fresh Sakura collaborations Japan has rolled out for 2022 from Pocky to Starbucks and even Mr. Donut!

Most people usually associate curry with rice, but have you tried a delicious dish called curry udon?