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Video article 25:02
Masahiro Takashima Enjoys Yakitori, a Popular Japanese Food! Talking With a Chef Who Elevates a Food We All Know and Love to the Realm of Inspiration!
Food & Drink- 36 plays
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A Michelin-Starred Restaurant! Torishiki, the Most Difficult Yakitori Restaurant in Japan to Get a Reservation For! This video is a documentary on the yakitori restaurant "Torishiki," a restaurant just a few minutes away from Meguro Station in Shinagawa, Tokyo, which was introduced in a BS Fuji production of "Palais de Z - The Future of Deliciousness." The video is narrated and facilitated by Masahiro Takashima. Yoshiteru Ikekawa, the owner of Torishiki, was originally a businessman. On his birthday, he visited the famous yakitori restaurant "Toriyoshi" in Nakameguro, Tokyo, with his then wife. The visit had a profound impact on him and at the age of 27, he quit his job and entered an apprenticeship. After less than seven years of training, he started his own business at the age of 34. Torishiki's yakitori is grilled with binchotan charcoal and finished with 50 year old sauce, chicken fat, sake, soy sauce, soup stock, and olive oil, all of which he learned to utilize during his apprenticeship. The yakitori is so popular that it has been called the "most difficult yakitori restaurant in Japan to get a reservation for." Torishiki was awarded one star in the Michelin Guide just three years after becoming an independent restaurant. Currently, he and his like-minded companions have formed a group called "Yakitori Tatsujin" (yakitori experts) and are focusing their efforts to share yakitori with the world. They also have a store in Manhattan, New York, which was introduced in the video, where they operate under the name "Torien." In Japan, they have Torikado in Meguro, Tokyo; Torioka in Roppongi, Tokyo; and Torisaki in Kyoto. In the video, Yoshiteru Ikegawa, the owner of Torishiki, talks about his thoughts on yakitori and his commitment to it. Be sure to check out the video to see his passion in action. ◆Torishiki Store Information◆ 【Address】2-14-12 Kami-Osaki, Shinagawa, Tokyo 【Access】2 minutes from Meguro Station by foot 【Avg. Cost】¥8000+ 【Hours】18:00-22:00 (Last entry) 【Closures】Sundays and Mondays 【Parking】None 【Phone】03-3440-7656 【Yelp】Torishiki (鳥しき) https://www.yelp.com/biz/%E9%B3%A5%E3%81%97%E3%81%8D-%E5%93%81%E5%B7%9D%E5%8C%BA?osq=Torishiki -
Video article 0:58
The Genso Garden Event: Enjoy the Beauty and Romantic Scenery of Okayama Korakuen. The Illuminated Garden in Okayama City, Okayama Truly Makes for a Special, Unforgettable Experience!
Travel- 73 plays
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The Okayama Korakuen Genso Teien Event The video, produced by "Takashi Matsuo", catches a glimpse of the 2018 Okayama Korakuen Genso Garden summer event. Korakuen, situated in Okayama city, capital of the Okayama prefecture in Japan's Chugoku region, is one of Japan's three great gardens. A wonderful light-up event called “Genso Garden” is held in this gorgeous garden every summer, and in less than a minute the clip manages to convey the beauty of its scenery and its illumination under the night sky, all in 4k quality. What Is Korakuen? What Are Its Attractions? Photo:Okayama Korakuen Built 300 years ago by Tsunamasa Ikeda, the second daimyo of the Okayama clan, Korakuen is a historical cultural heritage and one of Japan's three most famous gardens. In addition to being designated as a national special place of scenic beauty, it has been awarded a three-star rating by the Japan Michelin Green Guide. The garden, which also goes by the name of Gokoen, is a stroll garden based on classic Japanese gardens, where the visitors can enjoy the most emblematic features of the four seasons such as cherry and plum blossoms in spring, or moonlit skies and autumn leaves in the fall. The Enyotei house and the Yuishinzan Hill are a must-visit, and if you happen to be there at the right time you should not miss the early summer tea picking and the traditional lawn burning. The garden currently hosts eight Japanese cranes, which freely range around the park from fall to winter. Also, buildings that are generally reserved for private rental, such as the Noh Stage and the Eisho room, are open to the public once a month so that anyone can enjoy the views the they offer. The "Genso Garden Event" Source :YouTube screenshot Korakuen's "Genso Garden" is a popular sightseeing event meant to bring some extra color to Okayama’s summer. In 2019, it was held at the same time as Okayama Castle's Ujo Togenkyo. In addition to the summer event shown in the video, there is a spring version of it which is held between late April and early May. Going through the video, at 0:17 you can see some tourists walking around the Japanese garden in their light yukata. A stroll through the park featuring wind chimes (0:22) and the carp pond (0:29) will certainly make for a relaxing visit. The highlight of this video is the illuminated view of Okayama Castle, featured at 0:41. The magnificent Okayama Castle shines in its pure white tones behind two of the garden’s main features, the Asahigawa and Tsukimi Bridges. Both are sights you want to experience at least once in your lifetime. The garden hosts a number of events throughout the year, such as a beer garden, a Japanese culture experience tour and Yukata Day, and many people regularly come even just to have a nice, cool evening while strolling around the park. Other Sightseeing Spots Around Korakuen Photo:Momotaro Some of the most popular places in the area are the Okayama Castle's Castle Tower, Ujo Park, and Mt. Mikai Zenkoji Temple with its wonderful treasure towers. Many people also like strolling through the retro-style streets of Izushi-cho in Monzen-machi, or visiting the healing spots in Nishigawa Green Road Park and Edagawa Green Road Park. And since we are talking about Okayama, one can’t forget about the statue of Momotaro, the iconic Japanese fairy tale character. Pottery from Bizen is another very popular feature from this area. You can also have lunch at at one of the many nearby hotels, eat local gourmet dishes such as the castle parfait and Okayama Castle rice cakes, or savory Japanese sweets and matcha from the local cafes. Korakuen Genso Garden Video Summary In less then a minute, this video manages to capture the atmosphere of both Korakuen and the summer atmosphere of Japan. Historic Japanese gardens change radically between day and night. That being said, if you want to walk through this beautifully lit up Japanese garden, don’t miss your chance to visit Korakuen during the Genso Garden event! ◆Overview of the Okayama Korakuen Garden◆ 【Address】1-5 Korakuen, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture 【Access】10 minutes by bus from Okayama Station or 25 minute walk from the Okayama station 【Admission Fee】Adults 410 yen, seniors 140 yen, free for high school students and younger children (* 2019) 【Hours】From 17:00 to 20:30 【Average time spent here】30-60 minutes 【Parking】Available (100 yen per hour) 【Telephone】086-272-1148 【Notice】Pets are not allowed to enter the park, admission is until 20:00 【Official Website】Okayama Korakuen https://okayama-korakuen.jp/foregin_taravelers.html 【Tripadvisor】Okayama Korakuen https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298134-d321203-Reviews-Okayama_Korakuen_Garden-Okayama_Okayama_Prefecture_Chugoku.html -
Video article 6:08
1.5 Times Thicker Than Regular Eel! Feast on Fluffy, Delicious Eel! Introducing the Famous Eel Restaurant "Unagi Tomoei" in Odawara, Kanagawa, Where You Can Enjoy Grilled Eel, Liver, and Kabayaki!
Food & Drink- 21 plays
- YouTube
This video, titled "[Exquisite] A Famous Michelin Eel Restaurant! One of Tabelog's Top 100 Restaurants [Unagi Tomoei] Food Porn" (【極上】ミシュランの鰻の超有名店!食べログ百名店【うなぎ亭 友栄】飯テロ), was released by "Roid Gohan" (ロイドごはん). This video shows delicious eel dishes at Unagi Tomoei in Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. After an introduction of the menu from the exterior of the restaurant, you'll enjoy delicious eel, freshly cut liver (with sauce and wasabi), and the high-class unaju. The video shows that the eels are thick and fluffy with just the right amount of fat. Be sure to try sprinkling some fresh wasabi on the eel as well. Check out the video to see some delicious eel dishes! -
Video article 8:55
Nikunotakumi Miyoshi - Japan's Finest Kappo Restaurant! A Glimpse at Some of the Finest Dishes Japan Has to Offer!
Food & Drink- 24 plays
- YouTube
This video, titled "[Kyoto Gourmet] Nikunotakumi Miyoshi - Japan's Top Restaurant! a Michelin-Starred, Top-Quality Meat Experience in Gion Shijo, Kyoto! Niku Kappo Nikunotakumi Miyoshi ウニ王子チャンネル#57" (【京都グルメ】肉割烹の日本最高峰「にくの匠三芳」京都祇園四条でミシュラン1つ星の極上の肉体験!Niku Kappo Nikunotakumi miyoshi ウニ王子チャンネル#57). It was released by "Uni Prince Channel" ( ウニ王子チャンネル). This video introduces Nikunotakumi Miyoshi, a famous restaurant in Kyoto which was awarded a Michelin star in the Kyoto Guide. They use only the finest quality meat and best cuts, making it a place worthy of its stars. You can taste some of the most delicious meat dishes you can imagine here, so we recommend checking it out at least once! In this video, you'll see Nikunotakumi Miyoshi, one of Japan's best restaurants. -
Video article 25:22
If You're Looking To Try Some Authentic Japanese Cuisine Then Consider Giving Eel and Boar a Shot! Check Out the Amazing Skills of These Highly Trained Chefs as They Prepare Eel and Wild Boar in a Japanese Restaurant!
Food & Drink Hotel & Japanese Inn- 40 plays
- YouTube
Cooking Eel and Wild Boar: Introductory Video This video, titled "Japanese cuisine – Wild Boar and Eel – Kanazawa – Seafood - Japan," was uploaded by by "Travel Thirsty." It gives an inside look at how skilled chefs prepare eel and wild boar, traditional ingredients in Japan. This video was filmed in the Japanese Ryokan (inn) "Yamanoo" (山乃尾) located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture (石川県金沢市) in Japan's Hokuriku region (北陸地方). You can take a close look at how skilled chefs prepare and cook both eel and wild boar meat. You'll be amazed at the speed at which the chef fillets the eel! Preparing and Cooking Fresh Eel Photo:raw eel From 4:45 in the video, you can see how eel is filleted and cooked Eel is high in protein and rich in vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin D, vitamin E, DHA, EPA, and minerals such as iron, zinc, calcium and copper. In Japan, eel is often eaten as "Kabayaki" (蒲焼き) or "Unadon" (鰻丼). You can take a look at a prepared Unadon dish at 14:54 in the video. Another popular way to eat eel is "Hitsumabushi" (ひつまぶし), which is Kabayaki style eel chopped and served over rice in an earthenware pot. Preparing and Cooking Wild Boar Photo:wild boar meat Wild boar, a highly nutritious game meat, has been eaten in Japan since the Jomon period (14,000 BC-400 BC). The boar meat is introduced at 0:56 and 16:14 in the video. Wild boar meat used to be referred to as "Botanniku" (牡丹肉). From 21:41 in the video, you can see the wild boar dish "Botannabe" (牡丹鍋). Wild boar meat is higher in protein and has a higher water content compared to other meats such as pork, and it is surprisingly delicious! There are many wild boar dishes you can try, such as "Shishijiru" (シシ汁, boar soup), "Shishinabe" (シシ鍋, boar hot pot), "Kakuni Chashu" (角煮チャーシュー, boar char siu). Wild boar meat can also be barbecued, fried or simmered, all of which are extremely delicious. Trying the Eel and Wild Boar Dishes Introduced in the Video Photo:Stewed wild boar meat If you would like to try eel or wild boar dishes such as those introduced in the video, we highly recommend visiting a Japanese restaurant in Japan. There are many restaurants with private rooms where you can relax and enjoy Japanese cuisine for lunch or dinner. A quick search online is all it takes to find a popular restaurant in your area! It's also possible to prepare eel and wild boar dishes in your own home! There are many surprisingly simple recipes available, so why not give it a try? Cooking Eel and Wild Boar: Introductory Video Summary Photo:Kabayaki We hope you enjoyed watching the eel and wild boar cuisine preparation video introduced in this article. We highly recommend this video to anyone interested in Japanese cuisine or anyone looking to learn more about how these traditional dishes are prepared. Feel free to watch the video once more and enjoy watching the amazing skills of the chefs as they prepare both eel and wild boar! 【Tripadvisor】Yamanoo https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g298115-d1110364-Reviews-Yamanoo-Kanazawa_Ishikawa_Prefecture_Hokuriku_Chubu.html -
Video article 2:38
Located in the Western Part of the Tokyo Metropolis, Hachioji Is Home to the World Famous Mt. Takao. A Mixture of Great Foods, Sightseeing and History That Offers Endless Fun!
Local PR Travel- 177 plays
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About Hachioji's Promotional Tourism Video The video, titled "Hachioji Promotional Video 'Colorful Life'" (八王子市シティプロモーション動画「Colorful Life」), was uploaded by "HachiojiCityOffice." It captures the various charms of Hachioji. Being a part of the Greater Tokyo metropolitan area, Hachioji features many shopping districts such as "CELEO," a mall that is attached to the station. But being the closest hiking destination from Tokyo is what makes it popular among the city dwellers who day trip up there to get some fresh air. Hosting as many as 23 university campuses, Hachioji is also known as a college town. There are many historical and cultural sites where one can be exposed to Japanese culture and tradition as well. In this article, we'll introduce popular tourist spots in Hachioji alongside the video. The video includes a powerful image of a basketball game that the local team, "Tokyo Hachioji Bee Trains," is playing in. It also showcases the natural scenery that makes Hachioji a popular day-trip destination for local Tokyoites. Take a Hike and View Hachioji From the Summit of Mt. Takao Source :YouTube screenshot Hachioji is a popular natural recreational area in Tokyo. From 0:06, the video captures refreshing images of Hachioji's natural environment such as the "Takatsuki paddy field zone" (the largest agricultural zone in the Tokyo metropolitan area), or the stunning rows of Ginkgo trees. Mt. Takao is the most popular natural attraction in Hachioji. The 2,000 ft. tall mountain debuts at 0:32. Awarded 3 stars by the Michelin Green Guide, it is the most visited mountain in the world, with 2.6 million visitors annually. There's also a chair lift and cable-car that can take you halfway up the mountain, which makes it suitable for casual climbers as well. Climbers can enjoy a beautiful view and magnificent autumn colors, as well as the get an overlook of the city of Tokyo. Source :YouTube screenshot Introduced from 1:09 is "Takaosan Beer Mount," a renowned beer garden where we you can enjoy a stunning night view from up high. It even offers a view of the urban core of Tokyo or Yokohama on clear days. The open air beer garden and breathtaking view are sure to get you in the spirit for some spirits! The temple introduced at 2:03 is Mt. Takao Yakuoin, which is said to be a very spiritual site. The statue found by the cable-car stop is of Saburo Kitajima, a well-known Japanese enka singer who lives in Hachioji. The statue is popular among Instagrammers! Hachioji’s Gastro Culture! Source :YouTube screenshot Don't forget to explore the foodie attractions during your trip to Hachioji. The video introduces some recommended restaurants and local dishes as well. Spotlighted from 0:39 is a bakery "Boule Beurre Boulangerie". The specialties here are the butter-rich croissants or pain au fruit with walnuts. Photo:Hachioji Ramen Hachioji Ramen is a great choice for lunch as well! Its distinguishing features are the simple soy sauce-based soup and the chopped onion topping. There are also many different Hachioji Ramen specialty restaurants around the train station. The most celebrated ramen restaurant is "Goemon" located by the JR Chuo Line Nishihachioji Station, which is introduced at 0:55. The image is sure to make your mouth water. Other hidden gems throughout the city include "Nameko-jiru" (Miso-soup with Nameko mushrooms) of Shiroyama Chaya, a tea-house that sits on the summit of Shiroyama, the Konnyaku of the long standing shop "Nakano-Ya," or the old-fashioned izakaya "Shimura Hall"'s Satsuma-age (deep fried fish paste). "Hachioji Neapolitan," a favorite among the locals, is also a must-try. In 2019, the breakout TV celebrity Roland opened his bubble tea store "The Pearl" in Hachioji. Hachioji also features farmers' markets such as "FIO" (FIO野菜直売所) or "Juke Juke" (ジュークジューク) to provide a direct sale of locally grown organic vegetables. Japanese History and Culture in Hachioji Source :YouTube screenshot There are many cultural or historic sites and events in Hachioji. The Hachioji Festival in August is the city's primary event. The parade floats, gorgeous Mikoshi (portable shrines) carried around the city, and the Lion Dance performance are the highlights of the festival that attract many visitors from the Kanto area. Some other notable cultural or historic sites/events are: Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo (a traditional puppet theater), Hachioji Geisha, Hachioji Firework Festival, Tokyo Fuji Art Museum, Mt. Takao Trick Art Museum, Musashi Imperial Graveyard, Takaosan Yakuoin Yukiji Temple, Hachioji Castle, Takiyama Castle, Nakamachi Kurobei (black wall) district (a remnant of old geisha district), and the Okuda silkscreen factory. The rows of ginkgo trees shown in the video from 0:53 were planted by the Imperial Household Agency in 1929 to commemorate the completion of the Musashi Imperial Graveyard. The annual Ginkgo Festival is held in November along the Koshu Kaido Road where the stunning ginkgo trees are lined up. A Summary on the Introduction of Hachioji Photo:Hachioji, Minamiasa River cherry blossoms The Hachioji promotional video captures the charm of the city that's a hometown to many different Japanese musicians, comedians, and TV personalities. Featuring Mt. Takao that captures the attentions of instagrammers, Hachioji is a great destination for a wide range of travelers. Having turned 100 years old in 2018, Hachioji is a city loved by many people. We definitely recommend giving it a visit! 【Tripadvisor】Hachioji https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1060898-Hachioji_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto-Vacations.html