food

Eclectic Japan

Discovering the Rich Heritage of “Yakimanju” in Gunma: A Culinary Journey Through Time

In the northern part of Saitama, where the Second Son's family home is located, you can savor a local delicacy from Gunm...
Countryside Chronicles

Repairing Soba-making Tools

At Grandma's house, there are tools for making handcrafted soba.These tools, estimated to be made nearly 100 years ago, ...
Countryside Chronicles

Fuji-chan’s Umeboshi (pickled plums)

"Second, are you free?"Washing dishes at Grandma's house, Second son was suddenly called from behind.Naturally, it was G...