Ah, the smell of spring is in the air. The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the cherry trees are waking from their winter slumber. More and more the outdoors are beckoning us to come out and play. The hanami season has arrived. In Japan, sharing some sake under a cherry tree with friends is almost a seasonal requirement– of course, one that everyone is happy to oblige. Then as April nears its end, hanami parties give way to the festive Golden Week. We’ve highlighted a bunch of events in our Spotlight section for the extended…
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Trendy new restaurant? Check. Espresso and pastries? Check, check. Great atmosphere, harborside dining and even good beer? Check, check, check. Combining a California-style restaurant with the Brooklyn Roasting Company’s coffee and beer, &Swell exudes an interesting American east coast meets west coast feel. Located in the new bayside Marine & Walk Yokohama shopping area, which opened last month, it will surely prove to be an extremely popular destination for weary shoppers and hipsters alike. The open kitchen of &Swell faces the dining area, so you can watch your food being prepared while you sip on a beverage. The drink menu’s…
Among photographers that people truly look up to, Herbie Yamaguchi stands out as one revered by all. That includes me. I remember the first time I asked him to run a workshop for us: I was just one of all the other excited fans. Herbie’s way of life inspires the dreams of young photographers. It’s because he has proven that if you just recognize your dream and work toward it step by step, then it’s within your power to realize it. Whenever you talk to Herbie, you get the courage to take that step that you weren’t able to take…
Ingredients pork spare ribs 1kg ketchup 1 cup honey 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tbsp chipotle 1/4 cup jalapeno 2 peppers onion (minced) 1/2 paprika powder to taste garlic (grated) 2 cloves ginger (grated) 1 thumb lemon juice 1 fruit cilantro (minced) 1 bunch salt & pepper to taste Directions Slice the spare ribs into individual units, sprinkle on some salt to marinate. Boil spare ribs until they are soft, then let cool. Mix all other ingredients, then slather on while baking or grilling the ribs until done.
Having been the port city that was at the epicenter of Japan’s opening up to the west, Yokohama still holds onto that unique position of being able to fuse a variety of cultural influences while keeping an eye of the ever-changing and playful landscape of modern art and expression. Experience Yokohama’s rich tradition and culture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHP-1y63InQ
Yokohama stands out as a city of endless culinary exploration. From local ramen stalls to high-end fusion restaurants, Yokohama has plenty to offer for those seeking traditional Japanese cuisine or something a little more creative. By Japanese standards, the city is also a craft beer mecca with multiple craft breweries. Come taste what Yokohama has to offer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFcMyTe42To
Yokohama’s music scene has a little bit of something to offer everyone. Having led the way by being the first area in Japan to establish a predominant jazz scene, Yokohama has taken influence from blues and other western musical styles as well. The city abounds with jazz cafes, live houses and outside street performances. Feel the pulse that drives Yokohama’s nightlife. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iq6zNl8oOpY
From the glittering futuristic skyline and amusement areas of Minato Mirai 21, to Japan’s largest Chinatown, Yokohama serves as an exciting, eye-catching, multicultural tourist destination. Come join us as we explore some of the amazing sights and experiences of “Japan’s first port of call”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6puC2xnN6Qc
I met Osada about seven years ago. She had just graduated from photography school. She had partnered with a classmate and launched a production company whose cornerstone was their own photography. She was just twenty and dealing with the dual pressures of filling the roles of photographer and business proprietor. Being both an adventurous photographer and also a disciplined businesses person is quite difficult. These days in Japan, when you get a job doing photography for advertisements or businesses, it seems that artistic photographic activity declines and so for that reason, most photographers pursue some kind of job outside of…