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Wasabi alternatives to enjoy an authentic Japanese sushi experience at home

As TasteAtlas reveals that most wasabi served in restaruntd worldwide is fake, we speak to chefs to understand their alternatives for an authentic experience 

Wasabi loses its signature heat just a few minutes after it is grated(instagram)
Updated on Feb 26, 2025 04:14 PM IST
ByAbigail banerji

Asian NATO: Is it a palliative for the Asian imbalance of power?

This article is authored by Rahul Jaybhay, research analyst, Asia Society Policy Institute, New Delhi.

Japan's Prime Minister and the leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Shigeru Ishiba walks at the parliament before a lower house plenary session in Tokyo, Japan October 9, 2024. REUTERS/Issei Kato(REUTERS)
Published on Oct 16, 2024 06:32 PM IST
ByRahul Jaybhay

Japan’s flood of tourists prompts call to charge foreigners more

Overcrowding and poor behaviour by tourists has led to a call to look for ways to control the visitor flow, including by charging higher prices for foreigners.

A tourist rides a horse near the Fuji Subaru Line 5th station, which leads to the popular Yoshida trail for hikers climbing Mount Fuji, ahead of its reopening for the season at Narusawa, Yamanashi Prefecture. (AFP)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 02:12 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi

Japan’s wave of tourists sends hotels, taxis hunting for staff

The number of people working at hotels and inns in Japan is 30% below pre-pandemic levels, while airlines and tour bus operators report full bookings.

A man and woman pose for a selfie by the entrance of Kiyomizu-dera temple in Kyoto. Japan. (Photo by Fred MERY / AFP)
Published on Nov 16, 2022 02:08 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Japan's Buddhist temples open 'shukubo' doors to tourists

Once a haven for pilgrims and nobles, temple stays now allow tourists to escape Japan's bustling cities and experience life like a monk with Buddhist cuisine and meditation.

Shukubo temple accommodations are presented as an alternative to hotels. (Share Wing )
Published on Nov 09, 2022 05:47 PM IST
By | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
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