The popular "Suntory The Premium Malt's," known for its rich flavour combining deep richness, smooth bitterness, subtle sweetness, and pleasant aroma, will be available in a special selection of four varieties at the beer garden of the izakaya "Nakano Darling" in Sydney from Friday, July 21st t… Read More
Japanese “wagyu” has been growing in popularity in the international food scene, with a number of supermarkets and restaurants now serving premium cuts for rich dining experiences. While wagyu has developed a worldwide reputation for its exquisite quality, little is known about it across gener… Read More
PR by Japan Rice and Rice Industry Export Promotion Association Toward 2023, many things are getting back to normal. Social distancing and lockdowns feel like a thing of the past. You might even be thinking about travelling abroad as COVID-19 restrictions are over. And for Australians, Japan is … Read More
The popularity of Japanese food has been surging worldwide, and Australia is no exception. The reputation of Japanese food as one of the healthiest in the world and its elegance and simplicity has captured numerous fans’ attention across the globe. Many Japanese food producers have been striving to… Read More
Do you love Japanese food? Then try out the unique local dishes from Nagoya, Japan, known as Nagoya Meshi, at the ‘Eat the Feast of Nagoya’ food fair. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the sister-city relationship between Nagoya and Sydney, a well-renowned restaurant, ‘YAYOI’, will be runnin… Read More
We would like to take this opportunity to inform you that JAMS.TV will be operating an event 'Kanpai Now! The Tastes of Japan' which is organised by Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO). We are pleased to announce the launch of the official website to provide the details of this event. 'Kan… Read More
Choose ‘PARIS MIKI’ for eyewear and eye care Also known as the 'Megane-no-Miki,' PARIS MIKI is a long-established optical store in the Kansai area (the western part of Japan). Since its opening in 1930 in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, the company has dominated the Japanese eyewear market. It … Read More
With the challenging time of COVID-19, ‘Bounties of Nature - an event to showcase Oita’s Foods and Sake was held in Sydney on March 8th. The event took the form of being a ‘Hybrid’- combining the best elements of live and face-to-face events with virtual components, offering a unique opportunity fo… Read More
An overview of ‘Dental Clinic @ World Tower’- Sydney’s dental practice Located in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, Dental Clinic @ World Tower is easily accessible from Town Hall Station with a short 2 minute walk. With over 20 years of experience in Sydney, it ranks among the top 1% of Sydney’s… Read More
Did you know that Japanese snacks are drawing a lot of attention from abroad? An increasing number of people are becoming interested in Japanese culture through anime and manga, which is leading them to favour unique Japanese flavours like matcha and soy sauce. Nowadays, souvenirs are not ju… Read More
Harmony is heavily valued in Japanese society, with the tendency to emphasise groups over individuals. This is said to have emerged from Japanese geography, history and culture. Being isolated from other countries, Japan has yet to experience major racial or cultural invasion, making the country ho… Read More
Photos are a great way to preserve memorable moments. While the term 'selfie' only really became prevalent along with the advent of smartphones in recent years, Japan was perhaps the pioneer to develop something somewhat similar to this with the ‘Purikura' machine, a booth which produces stamp-size… Read More
Having authentic Japanese meals when in Japan is a must. Sushi, sashimi, tempura, onigiri, yakitori, the list goes on... This is what tourists typically crave for when they travel to Japan. However, there are also a whole lot of popular chain restaurants and fast-food stalls among the local Jap… Read More
Japan is currently struggling with an aging and shrinking population. The average age for first marriage shows that both men and women are getting married later than their previous generations. Numerous factors exist behind this trend such as the lack of confidence in their job security nor financi… Read More
Many of us probably have tried Ramen or instant noodles. The popularity of Ramen as a traditional Japanese dish has been skyrocketing and now you can find Ramen restaurants almost anywhere in the world. Many of them offer high-end Ramen which usually costs around $20 per bowl. This may make you won… Read More
Every culture has its own table manner to follow and Japan is no exception. While Japanese will be generous and won’t be offended if you’re unable to conduct the correct table manners, it is always nice to understand and follow the common etiquettes to demonstrate your good manner and respect for t… Read More
Tired of pointing and nodding? Here are some phrases to assist your trip to Japan! While the language barrier is still an issue in some areas, rest assured that you will be able to survive most of your journey (hopefully) and make your experience even better with the following. Please note, that yo… Read More
The rise of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused many at home in need of new activity and of course, new games. What better way than to enjoy fantasy and adventure with everyone’s favourite console, the Nintendo Switch. We have nitpicked essential Nintendo Switch games anyone can enjoy, check them out!… Read More
The current COVID-19 outbreak has caused unnecessary stress to many of us especially because of the uncertainty of it all. For now, let’s all play our part and heed the government’s advice to stay home unless necessary. We’re just as bummed as you are to hear that so many events, … Read More
So, you've spent this self-isolation period either binge-watching, browsing YouTube or TikTok, playing online games, napping, snacking and possibly reading? However, you might not have had any chances to read Japanese books. Yes, I'm not talking about manga but Japanese literature. While still not … Read More
