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If you want to try one of Japan’s best seafood dishes, look for Nodoguro. This deep-sea fish is often called the "Wagyu of the Sea" because it is so rich, fatty, and tender. Its official Japanese name is Akamutsu, but most chefs and food...

Most people know this place for its famous "Sanuki Udon" noodles. But did you know there is a secret snack that locals love just as much? It is called Kasha-yaki (or Kassha-yaki). It looks just like a round octopus ball, but it is full o...

If you visit a bakery in Japan, you will surely see a soft, oval-shaped bun that looks like a rugby ball. This is Koppe Pan. It is a very simple bread, but it is one of the most loved snacks in the country. Because it has a mild taste, y...

Sakura may be the visual symbol of Japanese spring, but takenoko (たけのこ) is its flavor. Bamboo shoots appear in markets across Japan from late March, and their arrival signals a shift in home kitchens and restaurant menus that people ...

When spring arrives in Japan, the vegetable markets fill with something special called Shin Tamanegi, or new onions. These are not like the brown, dry onions you see all year. They are harvested early and sent to stores immediately witho...

If you are looking for a drink that truly captures the spirit of Japan, you must try Sakura cha. Also known as Sakurayu, this traditional herbal tea is made from real, hand-picked cherry blossoms. It is a beautiful experience, not just a...

If you are a fan of noodles, you are in for a real treat today. We are exploring a very special dish from the mountains of Gunma, Japan. It is called Mizusawa Udon. This dish is loved for being simple, refreshing, and incredibly tasty. L...

There are soups you eat. Then there are soups you feel. Kasujiru is firmly in the second category. This traditional Japanese winter soup has been keeping people warm for centuries. It is thick, fragrant, and deeply satisfying. The key in...

The Shonai area of Yamagata Prefecture has rough winters. They get heavy snow and strong winds from the Sea of Japan. This cold weather means people need warm, filling meals with lots of fat to heat them up fast. The local food has a per...

Dongara jiru is a rich, strong soup. It shows the close link between the people in Yamagata Prefecture's Shonai area and the Sea of Japan. This local dish is very important. It is a necessary, warming answer to the area's cold winter wea...