The Sushi I Would Travel All The Way To Niigata For

I've always loved sushi. Being in Niigata Prefecture, the “Land of Rice and Fish”, sushi was definitely not to be missed. Even more so, our destination that day was no ordinary sushi joint, but “Sushi Tokiwa,” a Michelin one-star establishment that’s notoriously difficult to book.

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The Hunter-Chef of Niigata: The Wild Soul of Uozen

Located in Sanjo, Niigata, Uozen stands quietly amidst rice fields and rural landscapes. It was once a traditional Japanese eatery run by Chef Inoue’s father-in-law. In 2013, the couple took over the space and transformed it into a French restaurant rooted in the land’s essence.

The Ultimate Crab Feast at Two-Starred Ogata, Kyoto

When I visited Kyoto in mid-December, I had the chance to visit Ogata,a two-Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant and experience its seasonal crab menu.

The Incredibles: Story of Three Chefs at respiración, Kanazawa

Stepping into the Michelin two-star Spanish restaurantrespiración in Kanazawa feels like entering a heartfelt shonen anime, complete with laughter, tears, and camaraderie.

Experiencing the Seasons of Toyama at Oryouri Fujii

One of the most iconic Japanese restaurants in Toyama, Oryouri Fujii, was awarded two stars in the Michelin Guide Hokuriku 2021 Special Edition.

Maths, Science and Art: How Tempura Reaches the Realm of Divine

A person who is able to do simple things to the fullest without being distracted can be called a shokunin (professional). But what is the definition of a person who goes beyond being professional?

Satoyama Jujo: Niigata’s Century-old Boutique Hot Spring Hotel

This year, I came across a short documentary on YouTube called "Evolution of the Snow Country", where a crisp, monochrome, ink-painting-like world created by winter snow that blankets Niigata looks the most impressive when the train passes through those tunnels.

Bulgari Hotel Tokyo: Unveiling Italian Elegance on the Skyline

In 1972, Italian jewelry brand Bulgari created a set of brooches featuring Mount Fuji and pine trees, seemingly destined for a connection with Japan. This April, amidst the blooming cherry blossoms, the Bulgari Hotel is officially opened. It stands tall in a modern skyscraper behind the historic Tokyo Station, overlooking the cityscape and distant Mount Fuji. The hotel not only brings Italian craftsmanship but also cleverly combines Japanese aesthetic elements, radiating a subtle and restrained brilliance. Together with the cuisine by three-Michelin-starred Italian chef Niko Romito, one can immerse himself in a dazzling moment, enjoying the best of Tokyo without leaving the hotel.

A Talk with Chef Kawate: Florilège Embarks on New Journey

Tokyo's Michelin two-starred restaurant Florilège has been temporarily closed since this 20 July and will be moving to a new location. For many people, this would be a reluctant farewell to the delicious memories they have had here.

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