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What is Japanese food? Sushi, or ramen, or kaiseki? What about Izakaya? Akiko Katayama, a Japanese native, New York-based food writer and director of the New York Japanese Culinary Academy, tells you all about real Japanese food and food culture. With guests ranging from sake producers with generations of experience to American chefs pushing the envelope of Japanese gastronomy, Japanese cuisine is... more

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Our guest is Gavin Whitelaw rijs.fas.harvard.edu/gavin-h-whitelaw who is the Executive Director of Edwin O. Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies at Harvard University.

Gavin has spent over a decade living and teaching in Japan. Before jo... more

Our guest is Brian Evans who is the Director of Bars at Sunday Hospitality Group www.sundayhg.com/, which operates 12 popular hospitality concepts in New York and London, including Japanese-inspired restaurants Rule of Thirds www.thir... more

Our guest is Tadashi Ono who is the executive chef at Teruko hotelchelsea.com/dining-and-bar/teruko at The Hotel Chelsea in New York.

Tadashi's career has been built through deliberate decisions along with his flexible, lighthearted approach... more

Our guest is Bruce Gutlove, who is an American-born winemaker based in Hokkaido, Japan.

The Japanese wine industry has been flourishing, particularly in the last two decades or so, thanks to the rapid increase in talented winemakers who are willing ... more

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Recent Guests

Gavin Whitelaw
Executive Director of Edwin Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Konbini Culture: Unwrapping Japan’s Unique Convenience Stores
Tadashi Ono
Executive chef at Teruko at The Hotel Chelsea, with experience in both Japanese and French cuisines.
Teruko
Episode: Chef Tadashi Ono: Serving The Essence of Japanese Cuisine For Three Decades
Cheng Lin
Chef-owner of Shota Omakase, a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant
Shota Omakase
Episode: What Makes a Michelin Star Sushi Restaurant?
Andrew Tsui
Founder and president of Ike Jime Federation, a unique traditional Japanese technique to treat fish
Ike Jime Federation
Episode: A Humane Catch: How Ikejime Benefits Fish, Flavor And The Planet
Nozomi Mori
Chef-owner of sushi bar Nozomi Mori, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Los Angeles
Sushi Bar Nozomi Mori
Episode: Nozomi Mori: A Female Sushi Chef Breaks New Ground In L.A.
Masaki Matsubara
An 18th generation Zen priest in the Japanese Rinzai tradition.
Butsumoji Zen Temple, Chiba, Japan
Episode: Ask The 18th Generation Priest: What Is Zen And How Do You Practice It Daily?
Joshua Walker
President and CEO of Japan Society
Japan Society
Episode: ‘Read The Room’ Mindset: What Makes Japanese Culture Unique?
Gento Torinaga
Owner and mixologist of Waltz in East London.
Waltz
Episode: Waltz: Japanese Cocktail Culture Expressed in Seasonality
Takashi Sato
Eighth generation family member of Sanjirushi Jozo and president of Sanjirushi International
Sanjirushi Jozo
Episode: Inspiring The World With Japanese Fermentation Culture And Traditions

Host

Akiko Katayama
Host of the show, a Japanese native and food writer based in New York, she has extensive knowledge and experience in Japanese culinary culture.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • JAPAN FOOD & FAMLY

    Thank you for sharing your Japanese culture through a cozy warm window stories of family, food, philosophy ! Please tell me more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    And 360
    United States9 months ago
  • So wonderful to learn about all the Japanese foods I love and more!

    From the moment I started listening, I found myself learning about Japanese foods and places I love - like the original Ramen Burger from Smorgasburg, Tsukemen, Shalom Japan - and so much more. This is both so relevant and informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OliviaLevine
    United States2 years ago
  • Fascinating guests & topics

    Akiko covers a wide range of topics and guests combining insights into Japanese food, drinks and culture. I live in Tokyo but learned a lot. From a recommendation I also found a favorite Tokyo sushi restaurant as a bonus

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiminoi
    Japan3 years ago
  • Lots of Learning!!!

    Even you are Japanese, why don’t you listen this program for your understanding to foods and ingredients correctly?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    satoru.tsuda87
    United States4 years ago
  • Pronunciation

    Please speak more clearly.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    suv~6i
    Japan4 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is regarded as a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese culinary arts.
Listeners appreciate the rich insights into Japanese culture and cuisine, often finding the topics both relevant and informative.
Many rave about the engaging interviews with chefs and experts that provide a deeper understanding of food traditions.
Some reviews express a desire for clearer pronunciation and more engaging delivery.
The host is commended for her interviewing skills and ability to draw out stories and expertise from guests.

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Talking Points

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Konbini Culture: Unwrapping Japan’s Unique Convenience Stores
Q: How do you characterize Japanese Konbini as opposed to American style convenience store?
Gavin contrasts Japanese Konbini's seamless integration into daily life and emphasis on food offerings with the American model which often focuses on gas stations and lottery tickets rather than food.
Konbini Culture: Unwrapping Japan’s Unique Convenience Stores
Q: What sparked your interest in Japanese Konbini as a topic of research?
Gavin explains that his time in rural Japan during the 90s coincided with the expansion of large regional convenience store chains. He was intrigued by how these stores transformed from mere convenience outlets to essential community hubs.
Chef Tadashi Ono: Serving The Essence of Japanese Cuisine For Three Decades
Q: How do you envision Japanese food in the next five to ten years?
I want to keep authenticity in Japanese cooking while embracing globalization; it's an ongoing evolution.
Chef Tadashi Ono: Serving The Essence of Japanese Cuisine For Three Decades
Q: What did you eat when you grew up?
I grew up eating Western cuisines like gratin and steak, but my father exposed me to Japanese drinking foods at izakayas.
What Makes a Michelin Star Sushi Restaurant?
Q: How do you balance the traditional and the contemporary approaches?
Cheng Lin explained that he focuses on quality ingredients, drawing from both traditional sushi techniques and modern elements to create a unique and flavorful dining experience.

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Content focuses on authentic Japanese cuisine, exploring its various facets such as sushi, ramen, kaiseki, and izakaya. The host interviews a diverse range of guests, including chefs, sake producers, and cultural experts, providing listeners with a rich understanding of Japanese food practices, seasonal ingredients, and culinary traditions. Unique elements include the blending of traditional and modern culinary arts as well as insights from both native Japanese and American perspectives on the evolving nature of Japanese gastronomy. This podcast is particularly appealing to food enthusiasts, anyone interested in Japanese culture, and those looking to deepen their culinary knowledge.

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1. Gavin Whitelaw
2. Tadashi Ono
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5. Nozomi Mori
6. Masaki Matsubara
7. Joshua Walker
8. Gento Torinaga

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