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LIVING on DOLLAR STORE FOODS for 24 HOURS in TOKYO!

For 24 hours, I lived only on dollar store foods in Tokyo. This challenge led me to explore intriguing dollar store items ...
Stars and Stripes

Walk this way for an Aerosmith twist on Japan’s iconic street snack

Mango-flavored taiyaki street snacks are available with Aerosmith packaging for a limited time at Naruto Taiyaki Honpo.
The Takeout on MSN

Why Bananas Are Everywhere In Tokyo (And How They Became Such An Iconic Symbol Of The City)

Bananas may seem ordinary, but in Tokyo they've taken on a surprising role. The story behind this city's sweet symbol is ...
The Daily Northwestern

Tomo Japanese Street Food reborn with small setting and casual food

Just two weeks after opening, Tomo Japanese Street Food already has repeat customers. “One gentleman, he came three days in a row last week,” Co-Owner Penny Mohr said. “I have another guy … pick up ...
PBS

Okonomiyaki: Classic Japanese Street Food

What is okonomiyaki? The name literally translates to "grilled as you like it," but the dish is not so simple. Marc Matsumoto is a culinary consultant and recipe repairman who shares his passion for ...
The New York Times

The Plastic Paradise of Tokyo’s Famous Kitchen Town

There is an estimated multibillion-dollar market in Japan for life-size food models. The craftsmanship can be extraordinary. Photographs by Kyoko Hamada Text by Tejal Rao A perfect replica requires ...