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Welcome to Tokyo Shishi.
Set out on a journey that spans millennia to explore what the land of Israel means for the Jewish people through the delicious lens of food.
Join me, Melissa, here in the heart of Tokyo with my Israeli guests.
We dive deep into heroic tales of courage, heartbreak, and the survival of Jewish communities and families scattered throughout the world and the treasure of returning home.
Explore with us the foods that connect ancient paths to our Tokyo Friday night feast, shishi.
Let’s dig in!
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11. Sukkah of Hope: Awaiting Guy’s Safe Return
27:16||Season 1, Ep. 11Two years since October 7th, Guy's family still waits for his safe return. We make Guy's favorite Israeli treat, chocolate balls, while we hope and yearn for him and every hostage to be home this Sukkot. We prepare for their return in Israel and in Japan.
10. We Need Them All Home Now
19:15||Season 1, Ep. 10For over 700 days, the hostages have been held in Gaza. Some families have been waiting longer. Hoshen and Melissa make pie and explore how joy and sadness are felt and shared.
9. Technicolor Beauty from Ashes - Pashtida
23:33||Season 1, Ep. 9A daughter and granddaughter discover the greatest antidote to devastation is open windows, fresh flowers, and art to light up the wounded soul.
8. Strength in Identity - The Bukharian Jews
33:00||Season 1, Ep. 8In a stormy, divisive world, knowing your inherited culture is an anchor. We explore the cuisine and culture of Central Asian Bukharian Jews, revealing how identity shapes a better future.
7. For Such a Time as This
24:38||Season 1, Ep. 7Israel and Iran's relationship is a complicated one, but there is also a special bond with Persia that goes back millennia. This Purim we celebrate with a Persian-Israeli mother and son, musicians who yearn for the day Iran and all of our hostages in Gaza will once again be free.
6. Sparrow in a Dark Forest
34:33||Season 1, Ep. 6In the darkness of a frozen forest teeming with Nazis, a girl's hope gives her courage. Even a sparrow finds a home.
5. Wolf of Baghdad
23:57||Season 1, Ep. 5How hate infiltrated, forcing Jews to flee Iraq...with only recipes. Music: 3yin Khadri el Chai (Make the Tea!) Dhikrayaat (Memories) Foq el Nakhal (Above the Palm Trees)
4. Safta Love Weapon - Mizrahi Kubbeh
33:50||Season 1, Ep. 4The Secret, Loving Weapon to Feed Your Kids, Grandchildren, and Your Enemies.