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Best Pork Buns in Tokyo: Tokyo Butaman vs 551 Horai – A Must-Try Japanese Food Experience

Best Pork Buns in Tokyo: Tokyo Butaman vs 551 Horai – A Must-Try Japanese Food Experience

Discover where to find the best pork buns in Tokyo—authentic, juicy, and handmade daily. From Osaka’s iconic 551 Horai to Tokyo Butaman, this guide reveals the difference between nikuman and butaman, and why these buns are a must-try for any visitor to Japan.

🇯🇵 Japanese Business Cards (Meishi) and the Culture of Omotenashi

Culture & Traditions

🇯🇵 Japanese Business Cards (Meishi) and the Culture of Omotenashi

Discover Meishi Koukan, the Japanese business card exchange, a symbol of respect and hospitality. Learn the etiquette, avoid common mistakes, and understand why mastering this ritual is key to making a good impression in Japan’s business culture.

🍜 A Legendary Ramen from a Remote Japanese Island—Now in Yokohama!

🍜 A Legendary Ramen from a Remote Japanese Island—Now in Yokohama!

Taste legendary grilled soy sauce ramen from remote Rishiri Island—now served at the Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum. Rich broth, deep umami, and a story of passion await just 30 minutes from Tokyo. Come hungry and get ready to slurp!

Step Away from Sushi: 🍳Discover the Hidden Char Siu & Egg Gem at ”Tonkatsu Yachiyo” in Toyosu

Step Away from Sushi: 🍳Discover the Hidden Char Siu & Egg Gem at ”Tonkatsu Yachiyo” in Toyosu

Discover a hidden gem near Tokyo’s Toyosu Market: Char Siu & Eggs at Tonkatsu Yachiyo. It’s not sushi—it’s better.

🇯🇵Welcome to Geekly JapanYummies – Discover the Japan You’ve Never Seen

🇯🇵Welcome to Geekly JapanYummies – Discover the Japan You’ve Never Seen

Hi, I’m JapanYummies, and I’m thrilled you’re here. I work in the IT industry in Tokyo, Japan. Although I’m Japanese, most of my career has been spent at global tech companies. Thanks to that, I’ve had the chance to travel across the world, meet amazing