Nara is an ancient capital that flourished as the capital of Japan, with a strong Buddhist cultural heritage. Its food culture is rooted in history and climate and has developed in a unique way.

Authorities raided the notorious migrant development of Colony Ridge just north of Houston on Monday, rounding up 118 illegal migrants — including accused killers and kiddie-sex offenders.

I do love them all, but if I had to choose only one, I know what I’d pick—miso! Japanese miso is one of the best ways to add savory, slightly-sweet, almost-meaty depth to a variety of dishes.

A controversial 2,200-bed migrant men’s shelter has opened its doors in the South Bronx — to the widespread condemnation of residents, merchants and local officials. The first migrants began ...

What defines Akita cuisine? Likely kiritanpo nabe—grilled rice tubes shaped from pounded rice and simmered in a hot pot—comes to mind first. Then there’s the renowned Hinai Jidori chicken, raised ...

From being introduced to the works of Rumiko Takahashi as a teenager in the UK, Elliot found himself falling ever deeper into the clutches of Japanese popular culture. It was not until he first ...

Their spicy red nabe ($14.80) includes napa (Chinese cabbage), bean sprouts, tofu, eggplant, pork belly, chicken, and more in a miso broth infused with red pepper. Cheese risotto can be added for ...