What makes the food culture of Hokkaido unique? The blend of cultural influences. I was struck by the similarities to Wisconsin, where I’m from. There’s that Midwestern-style agriculture ...

People in the Tokyo area especially may have noticed a recent influx in Hokkaido food fairs over the past year. These events, held within department stores, give Hokkaido’s local food producers a ...

14. China has also halted imports from Hokkaido of some food products that do not contain seafood. Japan’s fisheries industry has been hit hard by Beijing’s import ban imposed immediately ...

Get ready for a mouthwatering journey through Hokkaido’s freshest seafood and noodles! From an intense encounter with the dancing squid sashimi 🦑 to slurping up some of the best noodles in Japan, ...

A simple starter mix helps to give this Japanese milk bread its light and fluffy texture. Serve it with butter and jam for breakfast or afternoon tea. To make the starter, put the flour, milk and ...

Hokkaido is a shapeshifter with a wild heart, their personality changing with every season. Gather round and let Hokkaido regale you with unforgettable tales for the road – hidden histories of ...