Jessica Thompson
Jessie is a food writer and published cookbook author living in Tokyo. She can most commonly be found at food festivals, farmers markets, sake workshops, perusing depachika and convenience store selections, or cooking in her teeny Tokyo kitchen. http://jessie-thompson.com/
Food Fantasies: Japanese Aphrodisiacs
The exotic and erotic foods of Japan to titillate your taste buds, and more
How To Do a Hanami Picnic
A modern checklist for ancient celebrations
How To Choose And Use Furoshiki
Japan’s original eco bags
The Ultimate Japanese BBQ Guide: Grilling Tips, Recipes and Must-Try Foods
Crispy on the outside
Spring in Japan 2025: Seasonal Foods and Traditions
Japan's food and drink agenda
The Art of Japanese Plating
A highly codified process that makes food look as good as it tastes
Girls’ Day
The colors and flavors of Hinamatsuri
Aonori Popcorn
Hot buttered popcorn with a green twist
Searching for the Perfect Snack
Japanese snack bar with minimal snacks
Japanese 75 Recipe
Japanese 75 Recipe INGREDIENTS Ice 60 ml (2 oz) junmai [...]
Agedashi Sobagaki Recipe
Agedashi Sobagaki INGREDIENTS 100g buckwheat flour 300 ml water A [...]
Edo Period Food: The Origins of Tokyo Cuisine and Japan’s Street Food Culture
Tracing the history of Tokyo's cuisine
What Do Japanese Students Eat For Lunch?
Food education is regulation in Japan
Edamame & Sakura Ebi Tofu Burger Recipe
Japanese superfood burger
Japanese Superfoods for Peak Performance
Natural alternatives to protein bars and Pocari Sweat
Soba Noodles with Mizuna Miso Pesto Recipe
Cool, tangy, nutrient-packed soba
Japanese Souffle Cheesecake Recipe
The fluffiest cheesecake comes from Japan
Shiso & Myoga Tartar
A new kind of tartar sauce
Blinis
Great with any topping
Sawara, Grapefruit and Yuzukosho Ceviche
Citrusy mackerel
Spinach, Persimmon & Black Bean Yuzu Shiro-ae
Serving: 4 INGREDIENTS 100g spinach, blanched and squeezed of excess [...]
Healthy from the Inside Out
Age-old diet and wellness hacks from Japan