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What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this oneSo, if not…

Is Sushi a Good Diet Food?

Americans spend around $40 billion each year on diet programs, products and books, according to the PBS website, and the majority of attempts to lose weight are unsuccessful. More than 65 percent of adults in the United States are overweight or obese. The Japanese have a healthier weight profile and that population is among the healthiest in the...

11 restaurants for great Chinese food in the Midlands

Where can you find the best egg rolls, sweet and sour chicken and fried rice in Columbia and Lexington? Check out Eggroll Chen, Tea Pot and Sun Ming for your Chinese food delivery, take out and dine-in needs.

100 Kinds of Sushi in Japan

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

How to Eat Sushi

Eat only at the best place you can find. Many sushi bars are a bit expensive, but quality usually sucks, so price is no indicator of quality. Ask Japanese people where they go to eat sushi and go thereStick to one or two good places once you find them. Regulars get better sushi and better overall service than casual patrons.The best sushi places I've been to in San Francisco, Mexico City, Zürich, Manhattan, Beverly Hills, Waikiki, Guadalajara, Paris, Moscow, Boston, Columbus…

Why it’s OK to send restaurant food back

Are you really such a big deal? No. So stop worrying that you’ll make others feel awkward

See How Much You Know About Japan

Test your knowledge of Japan, from its postwar alliances to its territorial disputes.

Five Things To Know That Will Help You Get The Most Out Of Japan

We love Japan. In the developed world, it is unique in the degree to which it has preserved its distinct culture. For visitors, it can be thrilling to experience, but often complicated to navigate. Here are 5 things to know that…

The Things You Should Always Carry With You in Japan

Japan is a great place to visit, especially for first-time international travelers. It feels completely different than western countries, yet totally familiar. I recently got back from a trip there, and while it wasn’t my first visit, I still learned a whole lot. Mainly, I figured out what kind of items are best to keep on you at all times.

How to Travel Japan on a Budget

Think Japan is too expensive for you to visit? Think again! Here's how to travel Japan on a buget.

What to Expect when Camping in Japan

Why Campgrounds in Japan Get It Right Accommodation costs in Japan are for the most part fairly pricey, luckily there are some budget alternatives on hand such as camping if you’re prepared to brin…

How Sperm Mapping Can Save Japan

There I was, lecturing at the leading Japanese male fertility society at their annual meeting in Kobe, Japan and it hit me: Japan has a…

Want a free country house in Japan? They're giving them away

Japan has an increasing number of vacant homes — a problem that's set to persist because of an aging and shrinking population that has left many towns and villages empty.

Why Japan is one of the world's most underrated golf destinations (yes, Japan!)

Over a million North American tourists visit Japan each year, but few stop to enjoy the country's stunning golf courses. More of them should.

An 'Invisible' Train Is Coming to Japan...Or Is It?

A train that blends into its surroundings is set to debut in Japan in 2018. We'll have to take their word for it though, because how will we know?

Boots In Japan You Might Not Have Heard Of

Since I moved to Japan earlier this year I have learned a lot more about the Japanese football marke