Written by Ken Oliver Tanaka

Born to a Japanese mother and British father in Osaka, Ken bridges cultures naturally. Fluent in both English and Japanese, he’s your go-to for exploring local markets, street foods, and hidden culinary gems across Japan. His light-hearted style makes even complex traditions easy to digest.

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Personalized Engraved Sake Set: How to Buy Directly from Japan image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Snacks & Drinks
  • Sake & umeshu
  • Sake sets

Personalized Engraved Sake Set: How to Buy Directly from Japan

Published: November 16, 2025 (JST)

Ceramic Teppanyaki Plates from Japan: A Friendly Guide to Buying & Using image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Kitchen & Tableware
  • Griddles & Specialty Pans

Ceramic Teppanyaki Plates from Japan: A Friendly Guide to Buying & Using

Published: August 25, 2025 (JST)

Portable Japanese Grill: How to Buy Authentic Japanese BBQ Grills Online image
Product Guide
  • Car & Outdoor
  • Outdoor camping gear

Portable Japanese Grill: How to Buy Authentic Japanese BBQ Grills Online

Published: August 25, 2025 (JST)

Best Compact Sushi Rice Warmers: Buy Direct from Japan and Save image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Home Electronics
  • Kitchen Appliances

Best Compact Sushi Rice Warmers: Buy Direct from Japan and Save

Published: August 7, 2025 (JST)

Where to Buy Junmai Daiginjo Sake: A Guide to Getting Japan’s Finest Drop Anywhere image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Snacks & Drinks
  • Sake & umeshu

Where to Buy Junmai Daiginjo Sake: A Guide to Getting Japan’s Finest Drop Anywhere

Published: July 22, 2025 (JST)

High Pressure Wash Nozzles from Japan: Elevate Your Cleaning Ritual image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Home Electronics
  • Cleaning & Laundry

High Pressure Wash Nozzles from Japan: Elevate Your Cleaning Ritual

Published: July 17, 2025 (JST)

Why Buy a Remote Control Ceiling Fan from Japan? A Complete Guide image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Home Electronics
  • Home Climate & Comfort

Why Buy a Remote Control Ceiling Fan from Japan? A Complete Guide

Published: July 17, 2025 (JST)

Mini Instant Ramen as Crunchy Snacks: A Fun Japanese Twist on Noodle Time image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Snacks & Drinks
  • Instant ramen

Mini Instant Ramen as Crunchy Snacks: A Fun Japanese Twist on Noodle Time

Published: July 17, 2025 (JST)

Savor Every Bite: Embracing Life’s Small Joys with a Handcrafted Wooden Bento Box image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Kitchen & Tableware
  • Bento boxes

Savor Every Bite: Embracing Life’s Small Joys with a Handcrafted Wooden Bento Box

Published: July 9, 2025 (JST)

Why Cast Iron Teapots with Infusers Have the World Sipping — A Friendly Guide image
Product Guide
  • Japanese Kitchen & Tableware
  • Tea sets

Why Cast Iron Teapots with Infusers Have the World Sipping — A Friendly Guide

Published: July 9, 2025 (JST)