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Japanese curry

Curry is extremely popular in Japan over rice, udon noodles and inside bread! It was brought to these shores by the Brits during the Meiji era(1868-1912) and really became widespread in the 60`s when it was available nationwide in supermarkets and restaurants. One of the biggest curry restaurant chains called Curry House Coco Ichiban which […]

April 20, 2017 No comments

Oshino Hakkai noodle shop

The Fuji 5 lakes area is indeed beautiful but the real gem for me is a place that no guide books will tell you about and an easily missed heightened sensory experience unless you are looking for it. Just across the street from the car park that leads into the main tourist trap and pond, […]

March 22, 2017 No comments