Krisha– Author –
Krisha
Food Writer
Krisha is a writer for Food in Japan, covering Japanese dishes, regional specialties, and food culture. Krisha’s articles introduce ingredients, flavors, preparation methods, and the cultural background of Japanese foods, helping readers understand what makes each dish distinctive.
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Other Noodles
Houtou (ほうとう)
Introduction to Houtou Houtou is a traditional Japanese noodle soup made mainly in Yamanashi Prefecture. Basically, it is a kind of dish served hotly by boiling thick and short noodles with pumpkin and other vegetables in miso. However, ... -
Japanese Street Food
Oyaki (おやき)
Introduction to Oyaki Oyaki is a Japanese dumpling stuffed with seasoned vegetables, fruits, and even anko bean paste. It is a local dish of Nagano prefecture and locals wrapped different ingredients in wheat flour and buckwheat flour an... -
Fukuoka
Hakata Ramen (博多ラーメン)
Hakata ramen (博多ラーメン) is a Fukuoka noodle dish made with creamy pork-bone broth, thin straight noodles, and optional kaedama refills. The bowl may look simple, but first-time visitors often have practical questions. How firm should... -
Katsu & Karaage
Tonkatsu (とんかつ)
Introduction to Tonkatsu Tonkatsu, also known as pork cutlet, is a traditional Japanese dish in which slices of pork tenderloin are breaded and deep fried. It is usually served with a sweet and spicy sauce. Tonkatsu is a unique dish that... -
Onigiri
Tenmusu (天むす)
Introduction to Tenmusu Are you one of those people who love to have onigiri, or omusubi or rice ball as a snack and/or substitute for meals? Then, you should definitely know about Tenmusu. Tenmusu is a specialty from Nagoya classified a... -
Fukuoka
Motsunabe (もつ鍋)
Motsunabe is Fukuoka's famous offal hot pot. Beef or pork motsu simmers with cabbage, garlic chives, and garlic in a soy sauce or miso broth. If you enjoy tripe or other offal, motsunabe is worth trying. It also reflects Japan's habit of... -
Ishikawa
Jibuni (治部煮)
Kanazawa’s Elegant Duck Stew from Kaga Cuisine Jibuni is a classic Kanazawa duck stew with tender meat, seasonal vegetables, and a silky soy-based broth. It is one of Ishikawa’s best-known regional dishes and a refined example of Kaga cu... -
Gifu
KuriKinton (栗きんとん)
Introduction to KuriKinton Are you a fan of eating something healthy but at the same time, sweet? Do you also believe that you can have a bite of autumn taste during New Year? Following Christmas, you can see the entire region of Japan p... -
Japanese Rice Dishes
Matsutake Gohan (松茸ごはん)
Introduction to Matsutake Gohan Have you ever heard of Matsutake Gohan or Pine Mushroom Rice? And have you tried it before? Well, if not, then I will guide you to it through this article. In Japan, the Japanese considered Matsutake mushr... -
Shellfish & Crab
Mosaebi (モサエビ)
When you hear "the taste of winter in Tottori Prefecture," many people think of "Matsuba-gani" (snow crabs). When the first bustle is covered on the national news, many people may feel that winter has arrived. "Matsuba gani" is well...
