The Northeast US has some of the most renowned universities in the US. Join us on university tours as we stop by for quick visits.  READ: University Tours in the Northeast -

I arrived in Matsumoto on a cold night, the chill of winter still enveloping the streets, a breath of rain in the air. The mountain cold was disorienting after having arrived from a distinctly warmer Tokyo, on a bus that seemed to trundle endlessly... -

{Worldwide} Win a brand new JOC sweatshirt that comes in white or black! This giveaway is open to a worldwide audience. READ: JOC Sweatshirt Worldwide Giveaway -

Hakone, in the shadow of Mount Fuji, is one of the greater Tokyo area?s most popular countryside escape destinations, thanks to its beautiful scenery, luxurious ryokans, and wealth of rejuvenating onsen (hot springs). But it’s not all... -

Dry Curry is a gravy-less Japanese curry made with ground meat and minced vegetables and often served with a fried egg or sliced boiled egg. This home-style curry is flavorful, gently spiced, and savory with a hint of fruity sweetness. Although... -

Mixed Sando is a classic set of Japanese milk bread sandwiches filled with tuna salad, egg salad, and ham and cheese with lettuce. READ: Japanese Sandwich – Mixed Sando ??????? -

Nutty and earthy with a pleasant aroma, Black Sesame Milk Bread is a delicious variation of a classic Japanese milk bread (Shokupan). READ: Black Sesame Milk Bread (Shokupan) ?????? -

Learn about the history behind The Star-Spangled Banner at Fort McHenry and enjoy scenic Baltimore in this one-day tour. READ: Baltimore One-Day Tour -

After gradually easing travel restrictions for months, the Japanese government has finally reopened Japan’s borders to tourists. From the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, our team of Japan travel experts has been closely monitoring... -

Vegetable Yakisoba is a Japanese stir-fried noodle dish featuring shiitake mushrooms, tofu, cabbage, and onion that’s bursting with a sweet and tangy flavor. This quick and easy noodle wonder is perfect for a weeknight meal. You don?t have to be... -

Win a bag of premium genmai-cha from Japanese Green Tea Company today! 5 winners will be selected. READ: Genmai-cha Japanese Green Tea with Brown Rice Giveaway (US Only) -

Mazesoba, or often called Mazemen here in the US, is Japanese brothless ramen that originated in Nagoya. The thick chewy noodles are mixed with well-seasoned minced pork, garlic chives, green onion, nori seaweed, katsuobushi powder, and sous vide... -

Classic Japanese Chawanmushi, steamed egg custard served in a cup, ingredients include chicken, ginkgo nut, fish cake, shimeji and shiitake mushrooms. READ: Chawanmushi (Japanese Savory Steamed Custard) ???? -