A pre-match lunch with my father at a Japanese restaurant is in a league of its own Shiki We only get to truly value excellence by experiencing what it is to fall short How many times my heart has sunk as I’ve opened a miserable portion of fast-food sushi the fish supposedly raw and yet partially cooked in its plastic enclosure But when you taste the real stuff in all its glory So my excitement surges as our salmon sashimi arrives at Shiki an independent Japanese restaurant in the centre of Norwich I dial back the wasabi in the soy sauce to let the fish dominate Yet it’s not the silky freshness of the salmon unencumbered by an unnecessary dollop of sticky rice (which for me always makes sushi second-best) It’s the staggering sight of my 86-year-old father preparing to stab his fish – a technique unusual ‘Plump Photograph: Chris Ridley/The ObserverBorn in Norwich growing up with the rations-era restricted tastes of many of his generation doesn’t really want chilli or spice in anything and spent a decade living in Italy while claiming throughout that he didn’t like pasta he has always matched Gordon Brown for raw-fish aversion another cautious eater who definitely knows what he likes and doesn’t he made the classic error of mistaking a wasabi blob for a harmless garnish and then had to style out the consequent mouth explosion without causing a scene (beyond excessive sweating) the embrace of sushi and sashimi is a truly damascene conversion given this canteen-style restaurant is situated in the corner of an ancient and cobbled square in the shade of the towering spire of Norwich’s majestic cathedral stalls and sellers have thronged these narrow “Tombland” streets selling goods and victuals – though I’m pretty sure Shiki is the first restaurant across all those centuries to tempt passing worshippers to try a taste of Japan ‘Smoky and soft’: mackerel sushi Photograph: Chris Ridley/The ObserverWe’ve nabbed the only spare table in the cosy downstairs room in anticipation of it becoming even more crowded in the more spacious upstairs but there is lots of lunchtime choice – from the sushi bar to an array of noodle We follow our sashimi with some mackerel sushi from the specials menu It is smoky and very soft with a subtle flavour that grows in the mouth and would certainly be overpowered by even a little wasabi my dad crunches on edamame beans as we discuss the Norwich City line-up (it’s two hours to kick-off at Carrow Road with a spinach-infused pastry and a mild vegetable filling that certainly benefits from wasabi in the soy sauce but without the bottom surface of gunge you get in second-rate places another dish that separates the best Japanese restaurants from the also-rans but fabulously crunchy and clings well – no limpness here either The choice of vegetables is wide – courgette sweet potato and red pepper – and all perfectly cooked ‘Benefits from wasabi in the soy sauce’: vegetable gyoza Photograph: Chris Ridley/The ObserverWe wash our array of starters down with my favourite combination: cold Asahi beer and a small flask of warm and nutty sake I know the connoisseurs say sake should always be drunk cold Japanese restaurants have a special place in our family rituals and I have been to the same yakitori bar every year to celebrate our now 26 years of marriage A special family treat when the kids were small was teppanyaki – great shrimp and steak seared on an enormous hotplate ‘Light but fabulously crunchy’: vegetables in tempura Photograph: Chris Ridley/The ObserverIndeed it was in a Leeds Japanese restaurant that our then 13-year-old son famously broke from the food caution inherited from his granddad – a diet of sausages and nuggets – by ordering chicken yakisoba noodles with chilli disbelieving but silent in case we jinxed it just like I am today watching dad try sushi I remind him that Shiki in Norwich was the last restaurant I went to with my mum before her dementia became too much and she moved into a Norwich care home she had reacted extremely negatively to the idea of an outing to a Japanese restaurant but thankfully had forgotten all about that by the time we arrived there an hour later Culinary innovator of our family that she always was she loved the food and the hugely patient and thoughtful staff ‘A little too sweet for me’: chicken teriyaki Photograph: Chris Ridley/The ObserverDuring the pandemic dad became a regular orderer of Shiki’s excellent home-delivery teriyaki beef – but it’s only available in the evening a little too sweet for me and without the caramel richness I was expecting vinegary with an oily sheen and wafer-thin carrot and pickle batons in the tangy sauce As we attempt to finish off the last grains of rice (dexterous chopstick scooping works so I grab my yellow-and-green scarf and pay the unexpectedly reasonable bill ‘Stunning’: beef noodles but resident in Norwich since the age of 16 he graduated from the University of East Anglia and then went back to Tokyo to train as a sushi chef before returning to take over the restaurant his mother first opened I’m told he’s already at Carrow Road having lunch with their young son (named after City hero Famously excellent as Norwich City’s catering is – still watched over every week by Delia Smith – I’m sure we’ve had the better pre-match meal today Ed Balls, a former Cabinet minister, presents Good Morning Britain on ITV and Political Currency, a weekly podcast with George Osborne. 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To support the Guardian and Observer, order your copy at guardianbookshop.com This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media AD Leave a rating/comment#LiteratureBack to ArticlesSHARE Posted in: CBS, Paramount+, TV | Tagged: With CBS's Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar-starring Ghosts returning tonight here's our preview for Season 4 Episode 17: "His Girl Shiki." fans of Showrunners Joe Port and Joe Wiseman's Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar-starring Ghosts have a whole lot to celebrate tonight After being away from our screens for a few weeks the CBS series is back with a look at S04E17: "His Girl Shiki," with Pete (Richie Moriarty) confident that he's found someone for Sasappis (Román Zaragoza) Along with the official overview and image gallery we have a series of sneak peeks for you to check out we have a look at the official overview and image gallery for S04E18: "Smooching and Smushing" – and then we jump a little forward in time to an early look at the season finale S04E22: "The Devil Went Down to Woodstone" (set for May 8th) Ghosts Season 4 Episode 17: "His Girl Shiki": Pete (Richie Moriarty) makes good on his promise to find someone for Sasappis (Román Zaragoza) by bringing in a wisecracking 1940s screenwriter who also has the ability to roam Written by Joe Port & Joe Wiseman and directed by Todd Biermann: Ghosts Season 4 Episode 18: "Smooching and Smushing": Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) and the ghosts attempt to fix the ghost trap in hopes of getting Sasappis (Román Zaragoza) across the ghost boundary to visit his longtime crush Written by Rupinder Gill and Sophia Lear and directed by Todd Biermann: Ghosts Season 4 Episode 22: "The Devil Went Down to Woodstone": Sam (Rose McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) host a big party for the launch of Sam and Isaac's (Brandon Scott Jones) vampire book Story by Brian Bahe with a teleplay by Emily Schmidt and Greg Worswick, and directed by Christine Gernon: in association with Lionsgate Television and BBC Studios' Los Angeles production arm CBS' Ghosts stars Rose McIver (Samantha) and Bernard White (Mahesh) joined the cast Executive producers include Joe Port & Joe Wiseman, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby, Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, and Martha Howe-Douglas; Alison Carpenter, Debra Hayward, and Alison Owen (Monumental Television); Angie Stephenson (BBC Studios); and Trent O'Donnell (pilot episode only). John Nguyen Samurai Champloo is an anime series by director Shinichiro Watanabe It is based on Edo period Japan and features Fuu and Jin as they work together to find a samurai One of the highlights of the series is the ending theme “Shiki no Uta,” which was performed by Minmi in collaboration with Nujabes Nerd Reactor had the chance to chat with Minmi about the inception and creative process of the song “Shiki no Uta,” her music career and her upcoming performance at the OC Japan Fair Minmi will be making appearances for three days at OC Japan Fair’s Freedom LA For more information, please visit www.Freedom-LA.com Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Tokyo facebooktwitterpinterestinstagramAbout us has released its four single grain and single malt whiskies to select US markets Japanese brand Sekk Sato Shiki has launched to the United States with a range of whiskies The brand is founded on an ethos of making 100 per cent Japanese whiskies Founded by master distiller Taichi Seki, Sekk Sato Shiki is made at Sato Distillery all grains used by the brand are sourced locally from Makino farms in Miyazaki Prefecture invented by master distiller Junji Mizue in 1989 The casks in which the whisky is aged are also Japanese the brand is “ultimately creating a whisky that is 100% Japanese Sekk Sato Shiki currently offers four whiskies which it says are united by “fruity and floral notes” The brand shared tasting notes for each of the whiskies: The whiskies will be available in select retailers in the United States paragraph publishing ltd.   Copyright © 2025 all rights reserved.   Website by Acora One Broadway Off-Broadway Off-Off Broadway Cabaret Dance Opera Classical Music Nashville Minneapolis / St. Paul Connecticut Atlanta Chicago Los Angeles WEST END UK Regional Canada Australia / New Zealand Europe Asia Latin America Africa / Middle East TV/Movies Music A 15-Year Wait Ends: The Witches’ Story Comes Alive Again The BROADWAY MUSICAL Wicked: This work reimagines the classic "The Wizard of Oz" from the perspectives of two witches It emphasizes the importance of respecting different ways of life and the strength to choose one's own path where humans and animals converse and live together in harmony animals gradually begin to lose their ability to speak enrolls at Shiz University and becomes roommates with the beautiful and popular Glinda the two clash due to their stark differences but they eventually come to understand each other and form an inseparable bond.One day Elphaba receives an invitation from the Wizard and sets off for the Emerald City with Glinda Elphaba uncovers a grave secret and decides to fight alone while Glinda is elevated as a symbol of hope for the people of Oz they are driven towards inevitable conflict The performance begins with a foreboding opening number a massive dragon with glowing red eyes comes to life startling the audience right from the start delivers a confident high-pitched vibrato that resonates throughout the theater from the opening The rich harmony with the ensemble sets the tone In "Popular," overflowing with comedic sense, Glinda's bright and charming character is fully displayed, spreading laughter throughout the audience.  As the story progresses, Elphaba and Glinda meet the Wizard in the Emerald City. It is here that Elphaba learns the truth, leading to a pivotal moment of resolve. In the climactic finale of the first act, Masae's rendition of "Defying Gravity" is nothing short of breathtaking. The sight of her soaring into the air, coupled with her powerful vocals, leaves an indelible impression on everyone watching. Moreover, in "No Good Deed," Elphaba's inner turmoil is masterfully portrayed by Masae’s intense acting, leaving the audience holding their breath as they witness the scene unfold. The finale showcases the true bond of friendship between Elphaba and Glinda in the song "For Good," where their beautiful harmonies deeply resonate with the audience. The ensemble's high level of skill is also a highlight. Particularly in the choral scenes, where their voices come together, the dynamic energy fills the entire venue, drawing the audience in with irresistible force. The stage set is equally impressive, pulling the audience into its powerful world the moment they enter the theater. SHIKI THEATRE COMPANY’s musical "Wicked," performed in Osaka for the first time in 15 years, is a masterpiece that brilliantly fuses the depth of its story with lavish staging. The outstanding performances by Masae Ebata and Sae Yamamoto, along with the awe-inspiring music and visuals, provided the audience with a profound sense of wonder and emotion. This production breathes new life into Osaka's theater scene and will undoubtedly continue to captivate many more audiences in the future. SIMA’s 2025 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival Opening Night will feature fearless musical innovator and GRAMMY-winning pianist, Hiromi, who is widely regarded as one of Japan’s most extraordinary artists.  galerie frank elbaz has announced the opening of Kenjiro Okazaki’s exhibition 而今而後 Time Unfolding Here at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo. Learn more here! The Tokyo Ballet will stage a revival of Maurice Béjart’s acclaimed ballet The Kabuki in June 2025 at the New National Theatre, Tokyo. Learn more about the performance here! Yoru no Michizure comes to the New National Theatre in Tokyo this month. he second period started in 2021, and the final trial performance took place in February 2022. function closestickysocial(){document.getElementById("foxsocial").style.display="none";}@media(max-width:1024px){.most-popular,.video-row{display:block;margin-top:25px}}Videos and exclusive discounts on tickets to your favorite shows © 2025 - Copyright Wisdom Digital Media, all rights reserved. Privacy Policy Currently the 4th longest-running show in Broadway history, WICKED celebrated its 20th Anniversary on Broadway last October. Get a first look at Shiki Theatre in Japan's production of WICKED in this all-new video. The theatre company has previously presented several engagements of the replica production in Japanese. In addition to the Broadway production, WICKED in North America has enjoyed unprecedented record-breaking sit-down engagements in Chicago, where it ran for nearly four years; Los Angeles, where it ran for two years; and San Francisco, where it ran for nearly two years, as well as two North American Tours. The Broadway sensation WICKED looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin, who is smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” Inside a one-room apartment on the outskirts of Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life listening to jazz records and caring for his favorite plant. But what else is there to do when you’re a HelperBot 3, a robot that has long been retired and considered obsolete? When his fellow HelperBot neighbor Claire asks to borrow his charger, what starts as an awkward encounter leads to a unique friendship, a surprising adventure, and maybe even...love? The New York Drama Critics' Circle has named Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s Purpose Best Play of the 2024-25 season. The award for Best Musical went to Maybe Happy Ending, book by Will Aronson and Hue Park, music by Will Aronson, lyrics by Hue Park. Jonathan Groff (Just In Time), Robyn Hurder (Smash), Josh Bergasse (Smash), Warren Carlyle (Pirates! The Penzance Musical), Jasmine Amy Rogers (Boop! The Musical),  Shannon Lewis (Just In Time), and more are nominees at this year's Chita Rivera Awards! Check out photos of this year's honorees at The 2025 Chita Rivera Awards Nominees Reception. Ahead of its airing this Thursday, CBS has shared first-look photos of the Season 2 finale of Elsbeth, which reveal a special musical number: Chicago's iconic 'Cell Block Tango.' Take a look at the photos here! Senior officials at the National Endowment for the Arts have resigned following the Trump administration's withdrawal of grants from arts organizations across the country.  function closestickysocial(){document.getElementById("foxsocial").style.display="none";}@media(max-width:1024px){.most-popular,.video-row{display:block;margin-top:25px}}Videos za’atar-spiced french fries and more at Shiki on Sundays and Mondays It takes over Shiki on Sundays and Mondays when the sushi restaurant is closed Parker Milner is the Food Editor of The Post and Courier He is a Boston College graduate and former professional hockey player who joined The Post and Courier after leading the Charleston City Paper's food section Pop-Up Picks is a recurring series in The Post and Courier’s Food Section that previews an upcoming pop-up breakfast Bashir Boumjahed’s Lebanese recipes go back generations, but the food he’s serving at his new Charleston pop-up and smoky baba ghanoush is dotted with pomegranate seeds Halloumi cheese is breaded and spread around a platter of dressed arugula and sliced strawberries Chicken is marinated in yogurt and served with an intensely garlicky toum Flavors and presentations have a refined touch but are still grounded in Lebanese traditions “It’s like a dream come true,” said Boumjahed of opening the pop-up in 2014 and arrived in Charleston earlier this year Hummus debuted at 334 East Bay St. in September. It takes over Shiki on Sundays and Mondays when the sushi restaurant is closed which he owns with his partner Madelyn Young is the first step in the couple’s culinary journey They hope to one day turn Hummus — named after the Middle Eastern chickpea spread and a family French bulldog — into a brick-and-mortar restaurant Most of Boumjahed’s family still lives in Beirut and many of the dishes he created for Hummus were inspired by his great-grandmother Beers and wine are sourced from Lebanese producers From Oct. 20 through Nov. 4, Hummus will fully take over Shiki, whose sushi program is among the best in Charleston while the restaurant temporarily closes for a fall break For more information, follow Hummus on Instagram @hummus.charleston Reach Parker Milner at 843-830-3911. Follow him on Twitter @parkermilner_. Subscribe to CHS Menu newsletter News tips/online questions: newstips@postandcourier.com Delivery/subscription questions: subserve@postandcourier.com Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: To commemorate Milan Design Week 2025, a new line of Kishu lacquerware “SHIKI-ORIORI” produced by Yamaga Shikki will be unveiled for a special gastronomic event at kaiseki restaurant Ristorante HAZAMA located in the Zona Tortona district of Milan for a limited time from Tuesday The new product brand “SHIKI-ORIORI” celebrates a theme of the changing of the seasons in Wakayama Prefecture via a symbolic transitional white motif guests will have the opportunity to witness the aesthetic appeal and potential of traditional Japanese o-bon trays which played a significant role in the historical development of Kishu lacquerware Located in Kainan, Wakayama, lacquerware maker Yamaga Shikki strives to invigorate both its local community and hand-made crafts with a vision of “inviting lacquerware,“ producing a unique amalgamation of traditional technical craftsmanship and modern design sensibilities. With Yusuke Taguchi Design at the helm the event is set to offer a stunning experience for visitors that combines the aesthetic beauty of Kishu lacquerware and the refined culinary art of kaiseki ryori Disciplined at illustrious restaurants across Italy Ristorante HAZAMA chef Satoshi Hazama embodies a culinary passion that earned him a spot in Italy’s Michelin Guide Chef Hazama wows even the most seasoned gourmets with his kaiseki prowess masterfully incorporating local seasonal ingredients in his dishes which demonstrate a meticulous adherence to the five basic culinary techniques of Japanese cuisine Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to try a limited-time course prepared by Chef Hazama on Yamaga Shikki lacquerware Kaiseki-ryori like you’ve never seen it before—a spectacular fusion of Japanese culinary tradition and seasonal Italian ingredients served on the carefully hand-crafted immaculate lacquerware pieces produced by Yamaga Shikki We invite you to join us to revel in this harmonious blend of Japanese art forms Milan Design Week 2025 [ SHIKI-ORIORI -Seasonal Beauty-] by Yamaga Shikki Reservations will follow two time seatings to choose from: arrival at the restaurant at 19:30 or 23:00 *Lacquerware pieces may also be observed without dining during lunchtime Details about the limited menu will be posted on Ristorante HAZAMA’s website and social media pages when available Click the following link to make a reservation https://ristorantehazama.superbexperience.com can be swayed to take on other colors and auras White can provide pause lacking in the noise of modern life White can reflect the disposition of its beholder snow--the multifaceted natural landscape of Wakayama resonates profoundly with the Japanese aesthetic spirit through the color white rendered through the historical form of o-bon trays which have been a central feature in centuries-old ritualistic Buddhist and Shinto offerings of gratitude The function of these versatile o-bon varies depending on certain factors the elegant beauty of white breathes tranquility into daily life METRO : From Porta Genova station on the M2 (Green) metro line Fuorisalone.it® is a project by Studiolabo S.r.l Please enable JavaScript in your browser for better use of the website Bubbleblabber Your source for the latest in adult animation news the First Party confronted the True Demon King The second season of Ishura has introduced us to many new Shuras that may or may not play a role in the series’s future some of these stories come with a risk of slowing down the season’s main plot this week’s season finale forgoes this formula to reunite viewers with old and new characters from both seasons ranging from Soujiro the Willow Sword to Hiroto the Paradox After briefly appearing in “Mele the Horizon’s Roar” Soujiro gave us one final appearance until his hopefully larger role in the upcoming third season What’s even better is that his small cameo didn’t feel phoned in as we found out that the Demon King had destroyed Soujiro’s world Yuno the Distant Talon finally appears in the episode after sitting on the sidelines throughout the entire season she’s still setting her sights on finding the one person capable of killing Soujiro the episode finally reveals the true identity of the late Demon King who has been heavily teased since the series’s beginning it’s not who you thought they would be The Demon King was in the shape of a teenage girl known as “Shiki whose mysterious power overwhelmed and killed the First Party years before the series’s events the sequence is as disturbing as “Linaris the Obsidian” due to its grim animation style and direction That scene alone was enough to excuse the season’s episodic structure and admire its closure to yet another entertaining yet flawed season There’s no word on a third season as of now it would center on the series’s “Royal Games” arc which has been mentioned since the start of the season that would mean it’ll focus more on its story progression than its usual anthology-based structure I would consider this season a suitable continuation of the dark fantasy series whose presentation and world-building mostly compensate for its repetition Lazarus Episode 1– 👎 Big City Greens 100th Episode–👍 Common Side Effects Episode 1–👍 Lil Kev Episode 1–👍 StuGo Episode 1–👍 Patrick Star - "There are also other characters that come and go (also owned by the Warner Bros. Discovery conglomerate media company)." Huh. Is that just referring to other characters from the show itself, or is this implying that the new season is going to have cameos from other WBD IPs Bifferno I think it's all delayed until the 23rd now. gobluespartyon- BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Beauty and the Beast is the commemorative production on which Shiki and Disney teamed up for the very first time and became the starting point of their subsequent partnership The show premiered in 1995 in both Tokyo & Osaka as simultaneous long running productions the show has been performed in various cities and loved by many theatregoers The production takes after the version which was recreated by the creative team from the original production of Beauty and the Beast to make the show fit the times and was presented at the Shanghai Disney Resort from 2018 to 2020 which has been performed with its never-fading appeal since its premiere in Japan will be presented in a new location with a new look but very spoiled prince lived in a castle of a faraway land offering him a single rose in return for shelter the old woman transformed into an enchantress and turned the prince into a hideous Beast If the prince is unable to learn to love someone and be loved in return before the rose petals fall then the prince will remain as a Beast forever a beautiful and intelligent young lady named Belle wanders into the castle where the Beast was spending his days in despair and their hearts begin to connect with each other Will the spell break before the rose petals fall Square Enix's Manga UP! Global service started publishing Shiki Yamori's The Healer Consort (Kōkyū Ihi Den) manga on Tuesday she decides to use her memories and modern medical knowledge to cure the sick and injured it's not long before rumors of the "great mender" with incredible powers reach the ears of a certain Prince Kuryu the emperor-to-be snatches her away and gives her an order—become his consort Yamori launched the manga on Square Enix's Manga UP Square Enix published the manga's third compiled book volume on December 6 The manga is an adaptation of Ruina's light novel series of the same title. Starts Publishing published the light novels' first volume with illustration by Misa Sazanami in 2022 TOUGEN ANKI: Legend of the Cursed Blood anime revealed a summer visual starring the protagonist Shiki Ichinose. The anime adaptation was announced in May Kawadon Entertainment and Nippon Columbia had announced on March 14 that Aoki had to cancel his scheduled appearance on the "motto DereSta⭐Night" livestream that evening due to his health Aoki came out as a transgender man in 2020 Zero Combo Gameplay Trailer - IGN","description":"SNK vs Capcom: SVC Chaos is the re-release of the iconic action fighting game developed by SNK Corporation Check out the latest gameplay trailer to see Shiki and Zero trade combos to win it all online or in local play Capcom: SVC Chaos is available now for PlayStation 4 (PS4) and PC (Steam).","commentCount":1,"comment":[{"@context":"http://schema.org/","@type":"Comment","datePublished":"2024-08-02","author":{"@context":"http://schema.org/","@type":"Person","name":"lionheartssj"},"text":"👀 Hello Your browser does not support JavaScript, or it is disabled．Please check the site policy for more information National Report The Agency for Cultural Affairs is soliciting public comments about its plans to change romanization rules of the Japanese language for the first time in about 70 years A subcommittee of the Subdivision on the Japanese Language of the Council for Cultural Affairs proposed using the Hepburn romanization system adopted by American missionary James Curtis Hepburn in the late 19th century such as on station and road signs as well as passports is defined as the standard romanization system under a Cabinet notification issued in 1954 The education ministry’s curriculum guidelines call for Kunrei-shiki to be mainly taught at elementary schools originally established by a Cabinet decree issued in 1937 uses regular combinations of a consonant and a vowel Kunrei-shiki uses “si” and “ti” where Hepburn uses “shi” and “chi.” While the advisory panel’s revision plan is based on Hepburn a long vowel sound is often indicated with a macron ( ¯ ) or it may not be accompanied by any diacritic The revision plan calls for adding a macron but allows for using a combination of two vowels instead “okami” (wolf) would be written as “ōkami” or “ookami.” The latter option was included because it may be burdensome to add a macron on electronic devices Hepburn uses “m” if the consonant “n” is followed by “b,” “m” or “p,” as in “shimbun” (newspaper) the revision plan calls for using “n” as a standard practice Agency officials said they will not ask for immediate changes to the proposed romanization system The revision plan allows for not using any diacritic for a long vowel as in “judo,” or adding “h,” as in “Ohtani” for the Los Angeles Dodgers star has long been spelled with “m,” instead of “n,” although the consonant is followed by “b.” Agency officials emphasized they have no intention of determining that the proposed romanization system is better than other popular methods Public comments to the revision plan are being accepted in Japanese at the agency’s website until Jan VOX POPULI: Ruling may be near on how to best romanize Japanese VOX POPULI: Confusion still exists regarding the romanization of Japanese Cultural agency now weighing romanization of Japanese words New plan for Japanese schools gives education minister control EDITORIAL: Japan should annul same surname rule for married couples Information on the latest cherry blossom conditions Please right click to use your browser’s translation function.) A series based on diplomatic documents declassified by Japan’s Foreign Ministry Here is a collection of first-hand accounts by “hibakusha” atomic bomb survivors chefs and others involved in the field of food introduce their special recipes intertwined with their paths in life A series about Japanese-Americans and their memories of World War II In-house News and Messages No reproduction or republication without written permission Leaf KYOTO Store Locations Enjoy beautiful sweets that look like jewelry at the patisserie [Ori SHIKI] in Nishijin Owner-chef Hikaru Okuno.He has been a patissier for 15 years he worked at Petit Prince and Gokan before setting up his own business in Nishijin who worked as a sous chef at the popular Osaka confectionery store Gokan He is now working daily to create confections based on the concept of "weaving together various ingredients like Nishijin brocade The showcase in the store is lined with sparkling confections Tarte Chocolat Banane with sauteed bananas Deubre fromage with yuzu and lemon in rich cheese Chocolat Madagascar with chocolate mousse covered with sweet and sour raspberry glaze Cakes are subject to change depending on the season Especially recommended are those using chocolate who used to be involved in chocolates in his previous job There are a wide variety of fresh confections made according to cacao production areas and seasons so you will encounter something new every time you visit JP EN FR 简体中文 繁體中文 Richer living through mindfulness of the traditional Japanese seasons Discovering a richer life in the traditional seasons of Japan Place × Season × Time=Unforgettable experiencesThrilling experiences born of the right place Discovering the hidden stories in everyday lifeUntold stories from just around the corner in Japan Unique brand stories combining tradition with revolutionRevolutionary traditionalism: Brand stories like no other Interviews with the people of the momentMeetings with the women and men who make Japan tick Weaving a lifestyle from Japanese sensibilities and aestheticsBring the Japanese sense of beauty into your life Online salons led by individual hostsThought-provoking discussion led by fascinating figures Premium Japan Members The Ginza Wako Annex Tea Salon will be introducing the new "SHIKI Parfait," where you can enjoy chocolate parfaits for each of the four seasons The cake and chocolate shop will also be selling "SHIKI Chocolat Frais" in conjunction with the "SHIKI Parfait." is a visually gorgeous dish that will let you enjoy spring to the fullest In addition to the refreshing flavor of cherry blossoms the dish is layered with carefully selected ingredients such as raspberry sorbet allowing you to encounter a variety of flavors as you eat SHIKI Parfait -HARU- 3,630 yen (Limited time offer: March 3st (Sat) - May 1th (Sun)) The chocolate ice cream and chocolate-flavored fresh cream that form the core of the flavor are made in-house using chocolate from France which has inherited the traditions and manufacturing methods that have been preserved for over 30 years SHIKI Chocolat Fraise -HARU- 1 yen each (limited time only from March 594st (Sat) to May 3th (Sun)) The "SHIKI Chocolat Frais -HARU-" lined up in the cake and chocolate shop on the first floor comes in two varieties: "Sakura," which is a light harmony of cherry blossom flavor and milk flavor and "Matcha and Houjicha," which allows you to enjoy the flavors of matcha and roasted green tea at the same time which allows you to fully enjoy the natural deliciousness of chocolate while feeling the spring will be on sale for a limited time until May 5th (Sun) In addition to informing you of the latest information via newsletter we also plan to inform you of exclusive events and give away special gifts Leaf KYOTO Store Locations Enjoy the noodles that go down your throat at San-Shiki Udon near Kiyomizu Gojo Station and this popular restaurant is known for its noodles that go down smoothly The secret to the delicious taste is to let the dough which is made from a unique blend of flour from Hokkaido and Kyushu This process brings out the smooth texture of the noodles The noodles are slightly thinner and the broth is made with less iriko (dried sardines) to meet the tastes of Kyotoites but they are also particular about using soy sauce from Kagawa which is easy to visit by yourself or with your family A large piece of chicken tempura is placed on top the ume plum paste makes it a refreshing meal Shiki Theatre Company opened its new original musical The Ghost & the Lady at JR-EAST Shiki Theatre AKI on Monday Based on the original manga “The Black Museum: Ghost and Lady” by Kazuhiro Fujita The Ghost & the Lady will feature direction by Scott Schwartz a book and lyrics by Chikae Takahashi and music and orchestrations by Harumi Fuuki “It has been a five-year journey bringing The Ghost & the Lady to the stage,” said director Scott Schwartz “Working with Shiki Theatre Company every step of the way has been a joy I am so excited to finally share this brand new musical with the audience!” The Ghost & the Lady is a fantasy love story that evolves around "the Lady with a lamp," also known as Florence (Flo) Nightingale Flo establishes the foundation of contemporary nursing in 19th century Europe but loses sight of her purpose in life after her family denies her wish to become a nurse Gray ends up a ghost after making a name for himself as a duelist These lonely souls meet each other and gradually become inseparable The curious bond between the two will help them grow and give them the push they need to make a difference The Ghost & the Lady features music direction by Megumi Chinju flying sequence design and choreography by Paul Rubin dance music arrangements by Rob Berman and lighting supervision by Amanda Zieve For more information, please visit here Alex has always loved everything involving theatre With a degree in Theatre and New Media from Marymount Manhattan College since he was not talented enough to be on Broadway the next best thing would be to write about it and interviews of theatre across the globe from Broadway to London and everywhere in between Your one-stop shop for the latest information in arts and culture by the next generation Prismajic’s first permanent immersive art experience invites guests into an otherworldly universe The tiny owls are hidden everywhere, one of dozens of woodland creatures and “spirits of the forest” concealed in trees, among curling grasses, and behind peepholes. Discovering them is part of the magic of Shiki Dreams. The interactive and immersive arts show from Prismajic (which opened December 15) invites guests to explore the world of Shiki a yeti whose Japanese name translates to “four seasons.” Guests step through a sunburst-covered door into Shiki’s thatch-roofed hut in the woods before choosing their own adventure into three spaces that animate his dreams—a tranquil white room More than 35 Colorado artists were involved in their creation we encourage you to ring a bell when you see it.) from scents that connect the mythical settings to reality to birdsong that floats through the air “We have this idea of rewarding curiosity,” says Eric Jaenike you can create the biggest emotional experiences.” “There’s this big vision for Lakewood to create this Colfax creative corridor,” Jaenike says Visitors’ final sense—taste—is incorporated in the Night Owls meaning you don’t need a ticket to order a tipple lantern-lit space is the perfect spot to reconvene after wandering through Shiki Dreams discussing discoveries over salty pretzels with mustard flights and a flaming (Former Ace Eat Serve chef Thach Tran crafted the small food menu.) Look out for a “flight of the senses”—a collection of five drinks that extend the immersive experience to your taste buds by Additional events like intimate concerts and poetry readings are coming to the lineup soon as well Jaenike and Mosquera are working on adding six more rooms (another 4,000 square feet) that extend Shiki’s story via a focus on color theory and chakras They expect those to open to the public in mid-2024 patience is the key to unlocking the magic Shiki Dreams is on view Wednesday through Sunday at Prismajic’s new space inside Colorado Mills (14500 W Tickets are $24 for children ages four to 12 and $28 for adults