Tokyo Shishi

Two 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. 

A daughter and granddaughter discover the greatest antidote to devastation is open windows, fresh flowers, and art to light up the wounded soul.

In 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.

Israel 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.

In the darkness of a frozen forest teeming with Nazis, a girl's hope gives her courage. Even a sparrow finds a home.

How 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)

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!

The Secret, Loving Weapon to Feed Your Kids, Grandchildren, and Your Enemies.