Activities for Nutritional Science and Culinary Students
Dive into the wold of fermentation with Miso
TokudAw’s Miso itinerary was originally published on the TokudAw blog.
Discover the world of Salt & Ume
Nestled within Tokyo Skytree is an area to experience hundreds of samples of salt and endless varieties of plum (ume). Visitors to the salt experience make taste 5 sales ranging from sweet, umami, sour and bitter to finaly identify which flavors they prefer in salt. At the ume experience, visitors can try a flight of plums, each processed with a distinctive preservation technique.
Taste the spring Cherry Blossom
The spring blossom, sakura, or cherry blossom is known for therapeutic effects. Missing the cherry blossom season from February-April means you may not be able to experience the healing flavor. The article describing the health benefits of this spring flower was originally published on TokudAw’s website.
Explore organic farming with Japanese fruits and staples
Yamanashi prefecture, close to Tokyo is known for a sweet grapes. Locals will share with groups farming best practices and product development tips. Originally published on the TokudAw blog.
Typically Aomori is known for apples, but a prefecture closer to Tokyo, Gunma also has a strong production of apples. Farmers in this region are creative producing cakes in addition to juices. This article was originally posted on the TokudAw blog.
Experience the Japanese staple of rice end-to-end, from the farm to the tasting by visiting a farm and staying to enjoy the rice in one of the several different ways it is enjoyed in Japanese cuisine. Originally published on the TokudAw blog.
Places to Experience the Art of Matcha
There are several places known for tea in Japan. This article originally posted on the TokudAw blog highlights the regions and provides suggestions on places to add to your itinerary.