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Japanese Ice Coffee: The Summer’s Hot Favorite
With lock downs, shut ins, and boiling hot weather, never miss your favorite drink. Discover the uniqueness of Japanese ice coffee and how to make your own at home in 7 easy steps.
Get the Lowdown on Japanese Flour – a Guide to Baking in Japan
Baking need not to be hit-and-miss. Not if you start with the best flour for the job. Find out how flour is categorized in Japan, and our top picks for 7 types of popular flours.
Japanese Dutch Oven Pots and Great Cast Iron Cookware Made in Japan
A good quality Dutch oven pot can be a showpiece in your kitchen. These non-enameled pots are very durable and versatile. From Japan’s heritage of iron casting and aesthetic design, rediscover the ダッチオーブン as well as other great cast iron cookware made in Japan.
Which Table Top Fan Will Blow You Away? – Awesome USB 卓上扇風機 !
Most small table top or desktop fans are USB battery powered. They come in a variety of styles and sizes from small ones that slip into your bag, to larger ones that help dry laundry. Take your wind with you wherever you go! See our 10 top selection with key information on manufacturers.
電気ケトル — The Esteemed Electric Kettle Making Cool Japan Hot
There is more to an electric kettle than meets the eye. Cheap and plastic is not always the way to go. We raise the bar, and the heat, so you can made the best and healthiest choice for your daily boil. See a full range of plastic, metal, glass, thermos, and temperature controlled kettles.
Water Bottle Cuteness – Quenching Japan’s Thirst for Kawai
The water bottle is making a come back to save the earth from summer. With many people feeling the pinch and opting for take outs, a reusable stainless steel bottle is a smart choice. See our cutest and most distinctive water bottle range in Japan for eco-choices of style.
The Neck Cooler – A Handy Fan That’s Keeping Japan Cool all Summer
The summer heat is hard to beat – especially with one hand. Keep a cool head while others bemoan the heat. Neck cooler fans are hands free and sit comfy around the neck. New bladeless technology cuts out the noise, and our premium selection even has a heat exchanger.
Pu’er: The Weight Loss Tea Everyone is Talking About [ プーアル茶 ]
Pu’er tea is the only true fermented tea made from the tea plant. It’s a traditional tea from southern China. Pu’er tea is becoming a popular favorite with tea lovers and those seeking healthier lifestyles. Find out if it’s the tea you’ve been waiting for.
Everything Takoyaki and How to Make Your Own
The pure tradition of how to make takoyaki is jealously guarded in its home town of Osaka. Find out the legendary origins Japan’s funkiest street food. We also review the best takoyaki flour, dashi, and sauces for homemade takoyaki.
Sous Vide Vacuum Bags – Silicone vs Plastic and the Best Starter Kit
Starting out with low temperature sous vide cooking? We take a look at all the essential items. Whether you’d prefer silicone or plastic bags , we look at all the pros and cons, and the best sous vide containers.
Wake up to Your Light in The Land of The Sunrise Alarm Clock
Waking up to naturally increasing light is a more gentler way to start your day. A sunrise alarm clock can do just that for you. Change how you start your day in Japan, and wake up in tune to your natural body rhythm.
Beef up With the Best Microwave Cookware in Japan: 電子レンジ調理器具
There’s more you can do with your microwave than heat-ups. If you have the right cookware that is. We investigate the safety of microwave cookware plus the 7 best products in Japan from nabe pots, egg boilers, to popcorn makers.
Myths Legends & Facts: Temperature Brew Guide to Tea
Traditional techniques and taboos swirl around tea brewing. We look at the science of tea infusion, with guidelines to the correct temperature to brew white, black, green, and oolong tea.
Protein Supplements: The Guide You Need to Read
Healthy protein intake is essential, and something you don’t want to miss out on. Know the distinct advantages of each plant or animal based protein powder and which is the best for you.
Best Halogen Oven Selection in Japan: Put the Glow Back into Cooking
A halogen oven is great for steaming, roasting, and oil-free air frying. Or why not try your hand at homemade pizza and banana bread? Larger ovens can also be used as a food sterilizer or jerky dehydrator.