Chopsticks NY (c/o Trend Pot NY, LLC)

06/28/2019

Dearest Chopsticks NY readers.
We regret to announce that Chopsticks NY magazine will be discontinued with the June 2019 issue (Vol. 146), published on May 24.

First published in May 2007, the free monthly magazine centered on the theme of "Experience Japan in New York" has taken on a unique approach to share information on Japan in English. But we found that publishing a print magazine monthly was difficult in this fast-paced, information-flooded digital and social media era, and we came to a conclusion to discontinue a printed version. Our back issues will remain accessible via https://issuu.com/chopsticks-ny/docs after discontinuation. Our social media will remain active, however.

We express our most sincere gratitude to you for all your support given to us throughout all these years.

Chopsticks NY Team

06/27/2019

For a chance to learn more about Tokyo, join photographer and film director Misaki Matsui ()'s discussion on her first book, Tokyo Mindscapes: Where to Go, When to Go, What to See published by Museyon Books(). Filling the pages with over 100 breathtaking photographs of Tokyo, Ms. Matsui's collection includes images of popular destinations such as Senso-ji Temple, Roppongi Hills and Mt. Takao, as well as parts unknown.

The talk will take place at Kinokuniya () on Saturday, June 29 from 2-4pm, with an opportunity for book signing.

For more information, visit Ms. Matsui's website: www.misakimatsui.com

06/15/2019

Just hit the market yesterday, instax mini LiPlay () is the latest model of Fujifilm ()’s instax series. It’s a hybrid camera that allows you to preview and edit your image before printing it. Chopsticks NY staff members had a chance to try it earlier this week. Here are what we found.

Photo 1: Very light, compact, and handy.
Photo 2: Easy to add graphics and filters onto your photos. It also records sound! Once your voice is recorded, the sound is converted into QR code. To listen to the voice message, just scan the QR code.
Photo 3: It can be paired with your smartphone and allows you to print photos from your smartphone library.
Photo 4: If you like to try instax mini LiPlay before buying, head to Wonder Photo Shop () at 176 5th Avenue (bet. 22nd & 23rd Sts.).

@ Wonder Photo Shop NYC

06/14/2019

Two Japanese cuisine-related podcast episodes are coming up this summer on Heritage Radio ()'s series, "Feast Meets West" ().

With a focus on Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) cuisine, the episode will feature chef Erik Ramirez of the soon-to-open Llama San (), and chef Mina Newman of Sen Sakana () on June 19.

For the next one, you might want to slurp on ramen as you listen to Anan Sugeno from Tonchin NY (), and the Ichiran NY team () as they share their experience of bringing a Japanese ramen concept to New York on July 17.

For more details, visit their website: www.heritageradionetwork.org

Making food radio since 2009

06/14/2019

Thank you all who shared with us your ! We selected the two winning photos:

Photo1: ’s Matcha Taiyaki at Otafuku. We love the humorous juxtaposition of Otafuku’s logo and the taiyaki.

Photo2: Reflection of a tree in a cup of tea is poetic. Good job !

Again, thank you all for sharing.

#お茶

06/13/2019

Come and join Chopsticks NY’s sake tasting event on June 15. We’ll be featuring three kinds of sake: Hakutsuru Draft Junmai Namachozo, Awa Yuki Sparkling Sake, and Moonstone Cucumber Mint. Free to enter, it will be held at Minoru's Sake Shop (, inside Landmark Wine & Spirits) from 5-8pm. You’ll also receive Chopsticks NY's sake cup. Supplies are limited, so come as early as you can!


#お酒 @ Landmark Wine & Spirit Inc

06/12/2019

Wagashi (Japanese traditional confectionery) was the centerpiece of the recent cultural event at Asia Society (). Master Junichi Mitsubori () made 5 different shapes of nerikiri-style wagashi on the stage and enchanted 200+ guests. He will also have an intensive workshop at Asia Society this Friday.

06/11/2019

Shikoku Island League: (to post on June 11)

Professional, independent baseball league founded in Japan in 2005, the Shikoku Island League () will be on their North American Baseball Tour from June 14th to 23rd. They'll be playing against Sussex County Miners, Rockland Boulders, and New Jersey Jackals.

For more info, visit their website: www.iblj.co.jp (Japanese only)

06/11/2019

The East Village's beloved Cha-An Teahouse opened a new to-go concept, Cha-An BONBON (). Until the end of June, they offer free soft serve (hojicha [roasted green tea] flavor) for Chopsticks NY readers who purchase Cha-An BONBON item(s). Don’t forget to mention Chopsticks NY or show this Instagram post to enjoy the offer. (Note: One soft serve for one person who make a purchase).

@ Cha An Bonbon

06/07/2019

Got Father’s Day gift already? If not, here are Chopsticks NY selection.

Photo 1: Japanese whiskies might be expensive but they’re absolutely cool gifts. Available at Kuraichi () in Japan Village ().

Photo 2 & 3: If you look for sake and shochu serving-ware for your father, MTC Kitchen () carries various types and materials—ceramics, bamboos, and glasses.

Photo 4: Practical, affordable, and stylish—how about giving tenugui (Japanese cotton towel) that can be used for multiple purposes? Available online at wuhao new york ().

06/06/2019

Satisfy your sweet tooth this weekend at the Sweets Festival & International Food Avenue hosted by JapanFes! More than 10 sweets vendors will line the streets of East Village (3rd Ave., 10th-11th Sts.) on Saturday, and the Upper West Side (Broadway, 73rd-74th Sts.) on Sunday.



To name a few, fluffy Japanese soufflé pancake by Soufflé Pancake, and bouncy cheesecake by Keki Modern Cakes () will be there on both days. And available only on Saturday, grab 24k gold pasted on matcha soft serve by Matcha n' More ().



For more details, visit the website:

What's 『Japan Fes.』 More Japan ! More Fan ! Japanese festivals have taken root in New York. JAPANFes. Is the only place in New York that is widely known locally as a Japanese event organization that runs town festivals(Machi Fes). JAPANFes.はニューヨークで唯一、街フェスを運営.....

05/31/2019

We also found Japanese ingredients (matcha and shiso leaf) were splashed in drinks!⁣
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'Loco's Dragon Milk' by Loco Coco () [ph 1]⁣
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'See Saw' by Angel's Share [ph 2]⁣
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@ Time Out Market New York