Japan has a long history of being of cat admirers – there’s the centuries old maneki-neko, the ubiquitous beckoning cat who’s said to usher in good luck and fortune.

It’s the perfect weather for BBQing, but why not take traditional BBQing to the next level with these delicious Japanese-inspired recipes from Yutaka.

It sounds like a dream come true, but a new restaurant opening this July in Tokyo is swopping out conveyor-belt sushi for cakes and puddings.

Why not serve some of these wonderful cocktails and canapes with a Japanese twist.

When the blossom casts its beautiful cape across Japan, everyone feels that spring has truly arrived.