When life gave him olives, this Shodoshima farmer made world-class beef
Shodoshima’s Olive-fed Wagyu Beef is taking the “Wagyu Olympics” by storm, and putting the island on the gastronome’s map.
Your dinner has an origin story and blockchain tech can help you find it
Tracing the journey of how your food gets to your table is becoming easier with the help of apps that allow shoppers to make more informed decisions.
How COVID-19 is forcing us to re-examine food waste
The pandemic is breaking down the "invisible wall" between food producers and consumers. But is it enough to change wasteful habits?
Japan’s first community fridge opens in Okayama
The Kitanagase Community Fridge provides free food, produce and household goods to low-income families.
Foraging for fungi in the forests of Yamagata Prefecture
The region is known for its wild kinoko (mushrooms), and foraging experts have seen an uptick in interest since the start of the pandemic.
Pandemic accelerates development of eco-friendly, plant-based 'meat' in Japan
New production methods harnessing cutting-edge technologies enable consumers to enjoy healthy, plant-based products with tastes similar to conventional meat.
Japan’s chefs build on the growing market for sustainable seafood
For advocacy group Chefs for the Blue, the long-term goal is to help fish populations return to levels of stability.
Vegan bakeries are on the rise in Tokyo
A new generation of vegan bakeries and major chains with vegan menus have popped up around Japan’s capital.
Tokyo burger joint Great Lakes Tokyo goes vegan amid COVID-19
COVID-19’s links to animal exploitation spurred owner John Penny to take Great Lakes Tokyo completely vegan.
How to compost in a cardboard box at home
Cardboard box composting, a method that’s become popular in Japan, is cheap, simple, bad-odor-free and well-suited to small spaces.
Making an O-turn: The siren call of Japan’s rural life
Even as employees increasingly work from home, more people are making an “O-turn,” dividing their time equally between the city and the country.
Muscle Gyoza Veggie: Meat-free doesn’t mean missing out on flavor — or protein
Embracing plant-based foods doesn't mean sacrificing the protein benefits of meat.
