Space & Food

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    Visiting JAXA: What Space Food Taught Me About Earth

    ByKoichi

    Introduction When you hear the word “space food,” you might think of freeze-dried meals or something only astronauts eat. But during my visit to the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), I learned that space food is about more than survival. It is about humanity, design, and even hope. In this post, I’ll share insights from the Space Dome exhibition at JAXA Tsukuba, including the “Kibo” science module replica and real examples of Japanese space food. You’ll discover how these meals are carefully engineered for zero gravity, how taste changes in orbit, and why these developments might hold clues to better living on Earth. I created this video and article to…

  • Not Just Survival: Why Space Food Is Made with Love

    ByKoichi

    Introduction Did you know that Japan has developed over 50 types of certified space food? From miso soup to onigiri, these meals go far beyond basic nutrition. In fact, they are crafted with comfort, culture, and care in mind, designed to help astronauts feel human even in zero gravity. In this post, we will dive into two unique items from JAXA certified space food: salmon and red bean onigiri, and simmered miso stew. You will learn how they are prepared, what they actually taste like, and what they can teach us about food, identity, and connection. I made this video because I believe food is more than survival. It brings…

  • Japanese Space Curry & Rice – A Real Meal from Orbit

    ByKoichi

    Introduction Did you know that Japan has developed over 50 types of certified space food, from curry and rice to miso soup and sweet treats? Among them, Japanese Space Curry stands out as one of the most iconic and heartwarming. Designed for astronauts on long missions, this curry offers not only nutrition but also comfort. In this post, we’ll explore what this space-certified curry and rice set actually tastes like, how it’s prepared, and what we can learn from it. I made this post because I’ve always been fascinated by space, and food is a powerful way to connect something distant and abstract with our everyday lives. Whether you’re a…