Tokyo Shishi

As voices of hate grow louder, there are true friends who use their voice and art to heal and support in a kind of kintsugi, Japanese-style tikkun olam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We wrap up Season 1 with homecoming and closure. Music plays an important role as we cherish life and the memories of loved ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For 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.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A daughter and granddaughter discover the greatest antidote to devastation is open windows, fresh flowers, and art to light up the wounded soul. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the darkness of a frozen forest teeming with Nazis, a girl's hope gives her courage. Even a sparrow finds a home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 treas...

The Secret, Loving Weapon to Feed Your Kids, Grandchildren, and Your Enemies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Narrowly escaping death and making a miraculous boat ride that saved not just one life, but established hope for Israel. Sisters reunite over couscous, soup, and a delicious future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miraculous Escape to Israel: Resilience and Community in One Pot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A young, Moroccan Jewish chef travels to Japan and finds himself in need of comfort. Talk turns to tomatoes, Morocco, sadness, and different ways we decide to live. Melissa Uchiyama and Kintsugi Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.