culinary Blog
Honoring Chef Akira Hirose: An Unforgettable Evening
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Hirose Family for sharing the legacy of Chef Akira Hirose (1954-2024) with us...
Apr 2, 2026
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CBS News: Inside SoCal | Fermenting For Foodies
Japanese fermentation expert travels thousands of miles to Los Angeles to teach the art of fermenting foods at JACCC...
Mar 9, 2026
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The Day for Men to Show They Care
White Day is the perfect opportunity for men to show their appreciation and return the affection they received on Valentine’s Day...
Mar 6, 2026
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In Japan, the Colonel Rules at Christmas.
As Christmas nears, a uniquely Japanese tradition is poised to return...
Dec 4, 2025
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KTLA-5: Japanese-Inspired Thanksgiving Feast
Thanksgiving is just a couple days away but there's still time to have a stress-free no cooking holiday dinner. ...
Dec 3, 2025
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Los Angeles Magazine: Where to Dine and Take-out for Thanksgiving in Los Angeles
For Thanksgiving, Los Angeles impresses with world-class cuisine and one-of-a-kind dining experiences to treat your taste buds and enrich yo...
Nov 13, 2025
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JustLuxe: What to Do, See and Taste this November in LA
This month there are lots of new openings, events, and places to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner....
Nov 6, 2025
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WEHO Times: November Food and Lifestyle News – Thanksgiving Edition
This month there are lots of new openings, events, and places to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner in the city of West Hollywood and local Greater L...
Nov 6, 2025
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TimeOut Los Angeles: The Best Takeout Thanksgiving Dinners in Los Angeles
This year, leave Turkey Day cooking to some of L.A.'s best restaurants without sacrificing the comfort of home....
Nov 6, 2025
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Patch: What to See, Eat, and Do this November
Thanksgiving celebrations, holiday events and new restaurant openings this month...
Nov 4, 2025
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Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Opens August 30th in Partnership with JACCC & Food Access LA
Weekly Saturday market brings fresh local produce, artisanal goods, and community programming to the heart of Downtown LA....
Aug 19, 2025
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Japanese Garden Sound Bath Featured in Angeleno's April Guide
In an exciting recognition, Angeleno magazine has included the James Irvine Japanese Garden's sound bath meditation experience in their "Wha...
Apr 10, 2025
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Gratitude from the Mountain
The success of Ask the Mountain for the Menu at JACCC was made possible by the incredible support of our patrons and the generous contributi...
Feb 13, 2025
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A Taste of Enlightenment
The mountain air was crisp, and a gentle mist hung over the ancient stone path as he approached Koyasan...
Dec 17, 2024
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MISE 店 Soba Celebration Kit Featured in Forbes’ Top Gifts for Food Lovers!
This luxurious kit brings the art of Japanese soba-making straight to your home, combining authenticity with elegance....
Nov 26, 2024
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JACCC's Holiday Tea Featured in Eater's Best Afternoon Teas in LA!
This honor highlights our unique blend of Japanese tradition and contemporary tea culture...
Nov 26, 2024
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MISE 店 Soba Kit Shines in Eater LA’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
Soba Kit has made its way onto The 2024 Eater LA Holiday Gift Guide!...
Nov 26, 2024
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A Tea Set's Tale: Japan's Post-War Porcelain
Some artifacts tell stories far beyond their aesthetic appeal....
Dec 6, 2024
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The Artistry and History of Noritake Porcelain: A Bridge Between East and West
In the world of fine ceramics, few names evoke the same level of admiration and intrigue as Noritake...
Nov 22, 2024
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The Fusion of East and West: Satsuma's Captivating China Tea Sets
In the world of fine ceramics, few names evoke the same sense of tradition, artistry, and cultural fusion as Satsuma....
Nov 15, 2024
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A Delicate Reminder: The Tea Set That Survived Japanese Internment
In the vast tapestry of human history, it's often the small, seemingly insignificant objects that carry the most profound stories. ...
Nov 1, 2024
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Food Network Kitchen: What Is Crudo?
And what's the difference between sushi, sashimi and crudo? Two Japanese-American chefs and raw fish experts weigh in....
Mar 30, 2023
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Eater LA: LA Food Experts Discuss Their Best Restaurant Meals of 2022
The top delicious meals to eat in Los Angeles and beyond, according to LA food aficionados...
Dec 20, 2022
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Eater LA: The Best Dishes Eater LA Editors Ate This Year, Mapped
The 33 restaurant dishes Eater LA editors couldn’t stop dreaming about in 2022...
Dec 20, 2022
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Eater LA: The Best Dishes Eater Editors Ate This Week
Follow Eater editors each week as they share their favorite dishes around town...
Jun 21, 2022
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Rising Chefs Series 2022
Little Tokyo’s First-Ever ‘Rising Chefs Series’ Showcasing Chefs David Nguyen, Kevin Lee, Tway Nguyen, and Chris Ono. All proceeds will go...
Apr 21, 2022
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