Food

Farmer Sachan – A primer on dirt, black cats and planting rice

riceplanting

Yes, I am still waiting for Sachan’s account of rice planting in Nagano too. Till then, here’s what happened (and what got planted) upon her return.


In Search Of…Kurohime

sachaninatreeIn search of a great vacation? Then I think you have to add Kurohime to your list. Of course it helps if you have access to a great cabin and a wonderful host like Maeda-san!


Eats gone bad…back for seconds

What's for breakfast? Tales from Japan brings you MORE of the latest trends in early morning dining.


Ika and Unagi – Twin Sea Delicacies

plated ikaWhat’s a festival without vendors hawking food. Hit and link and see what the folks wolfed down during the Cherry Blossom Festival.


Aquarium – a dad’s version

squid Brian’s version of the aquarium/suizoukan outing complete with Russian literature references and squid.