If this video doesn’t prove to you that Japanese vending machine technology is light years ahead of anyone else’s, nothing will. Their “retro” machines serves things like udon, ramen or even toast, ...

TOKYO >> Fancy some hot noodle soup? There’s a choice of hot and fresh udon, soba and ramen. Maybe a hamburger? There’s even toast, or a nice serving of ochazuke, a bowl of rice in tea or soup. Not to ...

A local food expert gives the culinary lowdown on the rugged region located a few hours north from Tokyo by bullet train, famed for its wagyu beef, prize-worthy summer fruits, and variety of fresh ...