The starting point for all Japanese cuisine, rice. In this new episode, we will dig a little deeper into the Japanese obsession with this seemingly simple staple grain. Please join us!

Long a favorite fruit of the Japanese, the persimmon. Harvested in the fall, when preserved, they're also a popular wintertime treat. Autumn is a time of plenty. From classic preserves to a Kyoto event steeped in tradition, join us and enjoy this new episode, as we dig deep into autumn in Japan.

50 different kinds of rice balls. 500 different stylish face masks. Do one thing and do it right. In this new episode, we'll dig deep into some of Japan's most unique specialty shops.