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source Here in Tokyo, the winter weather is out in full force – and baby, it’s cold outside! At TokyoTreat, we’re always thinking of ways we can warm up – and fill our bellies!  In Japan, one of the most common – and delicious – wintertime treats is oden (おでん), which is just one of...

Do You Know These 5 Iconic Regional Dishes from Japan? Does your country have different traditional food in different regions? In Japan, we have many different traditional and specialty foods all across the country. That’s why it is always a good idea to go a culinary tour while you are in Japan (and be prepared...

Source Ramen is a Japanese noodle dish that is highly popular all around the world. Nowadays, instant ramen is widely produced and sold worldwide so that anyone who lives outside of Japan can easily get a taste. But how much do you know about instant ramen? Before we take a tour of the Cup Noodle...

Source When traveling to a new country, one of the first things you’ll want to do is find a place to stay. In Japan, there are several options to choose from. You could stay in a normal hotel, a hostel, an Air bnb, capsule hotel, or, for those looking for a uniquely Japanese experience, a...

When it comes to Japanese traditional desserts, Mochi is always the answer. This traditional dessert is also known as “rice cake” that has been enjoyed in Japan for centuries. Have you ever tried this snack before? This super chewy snack is made from an ingredient known as Mochigome which is short-grain glutinous rice. When rice...

Do you know Aggretsuko? She is a red panda that copes with her daily struggles by belting out death metal karaoke after work. Maybe we can all relate to Aggretsuko.  In Japan, especially in Tokyo, it’s very easy to find a karaoke place. Karaoke is a popular activity among people in Japan. It's not strange...