Why do we call these “Stealth Burgers” at my house? Because while they’re cooking, every family member wanders into the kitchen, one by one, saying, hey, something smells great, when’s … Continue Reading Japanese Home Cooking MAY 2020
If you recognize this email, congratulations! You just won a copy of Richard Lloyd Parry’s Ghosts of the Tsunami! If this is you, shoot a message to JapanagramJonelle@gmail.com and tell me if you’d … Continue Reading The winner of the March Book Giveaway is…
Spring is here, and we know we should be eating fresher and lighter, but because so much is worrying in the world right now, it’s comfort food we’re craving. Luckily, … Continue Reading Japanese Home Cooking APRIL 2020
Embracing the season, one Japanese nose bra at a time Ahhh, spring is here, and in Japan, that means it’s time for The Annual Season! Oh, you thought I meant … Continue Reading Seasonal Secret APRIL 2020
This month’s destination: Let’s go see thousands of fish flags fluttering over the river at Tatebayashi Here’s something you won’t see anywhere else in the world: over four thousand colorful … Continue Reading Beyond Tokyo APRIL 2020
Newcomer by Keigo Higashino Setting & details: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Authenticity of Japanese characters & dialogue: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Translation quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐Entertainment value: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐My recommendation: Extremely engaging and satisfying In this Edgar-nominated mystery, Nihonbashi detective Koichiro … Continue Reading Book Review & Giveaway APRIL 2020
Why you should be careful what you wish for in Japan These characters read “ganbaru,” which is usually translated as “good luck.” What they literally mean? “Try hard.” Which explains … Continue Reading Why, Japan, Why? APRIL 2020
