Okinawa is famous today for its pristine waters, gaudy Orion beer T-shirts, stone lions and dishes such as taco rice, but in centuries past it was better known as the centre of the independent Ryukyu ...

Host Dan Souza kicks things off with legendary TV star Padma Lakshmi. In this episode, Padma gets real about the twists, turns, and pivotal moments behind her rise to the top—while Dan puts his ...

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). It’s show time. Up heaves the sail, a concertina of heavy canvas pulled taut against the creaking wooden mast. It gulps the breeze that ...

When most people think of Japanese food, sushi, ramen, and tempura immediately come to mind. Yet, behind these iconic dishes lies a rich culture of vegetable farming and cooking that emphasizes ...

Part of Okinawa’s Yaeyama Islands, Ishigaki is a sleepy tropical escape beloved by Japanese travelers and nearby Taiwanese visitors, like Japan’s Hawaii, but it remains under the radar for most ...

Welcome to Food in Japan! 🍣 Thanks for stopping by! 🙏 If you love Japanese food, you're in the right place. Join me as I explore the best dishes, street foods, and hidden gems all around Japan.

Want to enjoy Goya Champuru without the overpowering bitterness? Learn the one simple trick to make bitter melon mild and delicious in this classic Okinawan stir-fry. Packed with tofu, pork, and eggs, ...

One of the most remote areas of Japan, Okinawa boasts a colourful culture alongside coral reefs, national parks and white-sand beaches. In partnership with the Japan National Tourism Organization, ...

With a name derived from the Okinawan phrase ‘to mix things up’, the Champuru Festival is hosting its 21st annual celebration this year around Nakano Station over the July 19-20 weekend. This is your ...