Monthly Archives: March 2010

Intoducing our online gallery, Mizuya

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Risa

We’re excited to announce the opening of our online gallery, Mizuya. Come and check it out! Coming up with a suitable name was quite a challenge, and grabbing the domain name took a fair amount of patience. But we’re so … Continue reading →

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April: Hanami Bento and Kinmata’s Tableware

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Risa

The April features for Savory Japan are now online. In honor of Cherry Blossom season, we show you how to create your own hanami (flower viewing) bento so you can celebrate spring under any flowering tree in your country. Some … Continue reading →

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It’s Cherry Blossom Season in Japan

Posted on March 27, 2010 by Risa

I’m sad. I usually try to make it to Japan during sakura (cherry blossom season), but this year, I’m stuck here in Chicago. Last year I wrote this article about the Cherry Blossom Festival, so in case you missed it, … Continue reading →

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Savory Japan celebrates its first year

Posted on March 21, 2010 by Risa

I can hardly believe it, but Savory Japan is ONE YEAR OLD! Yep, the site was launched quietly during cherry blossom season of 2009, with no advertising, no PR and a miniscule budget. The past year has led to fascinating … Continue reading →

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March Features: Katsuramuki and Mimpei Ware

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Risa

Savory Japan is updated with a spring menu and new articles. For March, we return to our techniques section to showcase one of the most difficult but useful knife techniques that Japanese chefs rely on, katsuramuki. Haruji Ukai, the proprietor … Continue reading →

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