Inside Japan Centre

You know how sometimes you just want to eat something quick and easy? For example, even though that expertly grilled medium rare sirloin steak is some of the most delicious, tender and tasty beef available, sometimes a cheeseburger from McDonald’s is just what the doctor ordered (well, probably not my doctor, but you know what I mean)!

Instant ramen are like the cheap and cheerful cheeseburger of the noodle world. Quick and easy to prepare, suitably satisfying for our taste buds and never too expensive. Real ramen from an authetic Japanese ramen bar are also suitably delicious, but that is where the similarities end! Read on and find out why everyone at Japan Centre can’t get enough of the amazing taste of lovingly prepared, high quality ramen noodles!

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/sigh… it’s that time of the year again! If you’re anything like me, then over the last few days you’ve feasted on way too much turkey and roast spuds, a single token brussel sprout and lashings of rich, delicious gravy. The pleasure that comes afterwards only lasts for a short while… until the regret starts and I begin to ask myself “Why did I eat so much?”

But hey, New Year’s coming up soon and that means that we can create another New Year’s resolution to get fit and healthy (for the 100th time!) The hardest thing about going on a diet is that diet food usually just doesn’t taste very good. Well, it never used to anyway… check out some of these Japanese foods from Japan Centre that are not only amazingly delicious, but also fantastic health foods, perfect for getting back into shape again.

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The Christmas and New Year Rush Begins!

We love doing our Christmas shopping online, but it does mean that we can’t leave it until Christmas Eve to do it all! If you want guaranteed delivery before Christmas from Japan Centre Online there are a few dates to be aware of to make sure that you will receive your order in time for the big day. Please be aware these dates are also for guaranteed delivery before New Year.

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Ever wondered “how do I do that?!” at a Japanese restaurant? JC Sushi Academy brings you authentic Japanese cooking training in a relaxed environment at Westfield Stratford City, so you can learn the skills to make your favourite Japanese dishes at home.

Japan Centre currently have three dates where you can come and learn the secrets of making delicious, healthy sushi. Each class offers a chance to learn directly from the teacher with plenty of hands on practice. This gives you a chance to master every technique and pick up numerous cooking tips to get the most from your Japanese cooking.

Each class ends with a quick tour around umai by Japan Centre so you can find out more about the different ingredients used in Japanese cooking, as well as have a chance to pick up some kitchen essentials to continue your cooking at home.

Come to the website now to get more details, find the prices and enquire online! Go on… we’ll wait here!

www.sushi-courses.co.uk

*UPDATE: This cooking class is now fully booked and there are no spaces left unfortunately. However, keep an eye out for full authentic Japanese cooking courses coming soon!*

Do you want start making your own Japanese food at home, but aren’t really sure where to begin? If so, why not come and check out our Japanese cooking lesson at umai by Japan Centre at our new Westfield Stratford City store, absolutely free!

Your teacher will be Kim Yukawa, an expert on all types of Japanese food who will show you how to make some of the most popular dishes from authentic Japanese cuisine.

To join this free cooking lesson, simply send us an email so we can reserve a place for you.

info@sushi-courses.co.uk

Where: umai by Japan Centre Westfield Stratford City Store.
When: Wednesday 9th November. 12pm to 1:30pm.

We hope you will come and join us at umai by Japan Centre next week!

Japan Centre has been growing over the last few years and our range of products and services now encompasse a wide spectrum of Japanese awesomeness!

We are a family run business that specialise in bringing you the best quality Japanese food. Japan Centre operates a Japanese food hall, an authentic restaurant and a chain of deliciously Japanese sushi and deli stores. Of course, we also have an online shop where you can buy all your favourite Japanese foods and have them delivered straight to your door.
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Japan Centre
Food Hall & Department Store

Our flagship Japan Centre store in the heart of the West End includes our umai sushi & deli counter, a food hall with all types of Japanese cooking essentials and a department store for the latest Japanese books, magazines and homeware.
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Japan Centre
Online Shopping

Find a huge range of Japanese food and drink online with over 1,000 items available for home delivery to the UK and Europe. With a full selection of Japanese recipes also available online, www.japancentre.com is your online home for Japanese food!
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umai
Deliciously Japanese

At umai by Japan Centre sushi & deli store, the secret to great taste is using fresh, organic ingredients in all our handmade Japanese food. Come and find our brand new umai by Japan Centre store in Westfield Stratford City.
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Toku
Japanese Restaurant

Toku Restaurant offers contemporary Japanese cuisine with our speciality of light and crispy tempura. Our expert chefs are always creating exciting new dishes and wil happily give their recommendations from our wide choice of sake rice wine.
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So, there you have it! Four different ways for you to get your Japanese food fix, no matter where you live! We hope you see you shopping at Japan Centre soon.

We are extremely pleased to announce that umai by Japan Centre will be opening a brand new shop at the new Westfield Stratford City Shopping Centre on 13th September 2011.

The new Westfield Stratford City will be the largest shopping centre in Europe and home to some of the world’s best shops and restaurants. We are incredibly excited to be part of this and hope that you will come and visit us for some delicious and healthy umai lunch!

* UPDATED – Scroll down to see photos from the opening day!

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As much as we love to create new and exciting sushi at umai by Japan Centre, we love to hear suggestions from our favourite customers to see what sort of sushi they want to eat!

This is a great competition for you to get involved in expanding the range of fresh and delicious sushi at umai… and win some great gifts at the same time.

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Umai by Japan Centre has a brand new shop open with a fantastic range of fresh, handmade sushi and delicious bento. Located on the corner of Air Street and Brewer Street in Soho, London, it is a perfect place to pop into for a quick and healthy lunch.

Umai by Japan Centre
19 Air Street,
London,
W1B 5AG

020 3405 2392

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Umai Midsummer Offers! 11th Jul – 7th August

UPDATE: Our Midsummer Offer for nigiri sushi at umai has proved to be hugely popular so we are giving you a whole extra week to get the best deals on the tastiest sushi as well as your don dishes all week from the 19th to 22nd of July.

Whether you are a fan of our huge range of sushi, or prefer a traditional Japanese style bento lunch, Umai at Japan Centre has a great new offer every week for the next four weeks so you can enjoy your favourite Japanese food at even better value.

Simply pop into Japan Centre from today and start to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity. This week starts with up to 17% off all nigiri sushi including our favourite, fresh organic salmon nigiri sushi.

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