Japan Kaiseki & Traditional Cuisine Japanese Food for New Year (お正月の日本料理) Date December 31, 2023 Reading Time 8 Mins Read In Japan, New Year’s Day is celebrated with special foods that hold deep meaning and traditions. Families enjoy a variety…
Japan Japanese Seafood Japanese Sushi Sushi (寿司) Date December 29, 2023 Reading Time 10 Mins Read Generally speaking, Japanese food that combines shari (sushi rice) and toppings (mainly seafood) is called sushi. In addition to fresh…
Japanese Rice Dishes Kyushu Okinawa Taco Rice (タコライス) Date December 28, 2023 Reading Time 6 Mins Read Taco Rice is simple to prepare, making it a popular home-cooked meal, and it’s also found on the menus of…
Chugoku Japanese Rice Dishes Kansai Nara Tea Okayu (茶粥) Date December 24, 2023 Reading Time 7 Mins Read If you ever want a healthy meal or some comfort food, tea okayu (or tea porridge) is a great choice….
Akita Japanese Hot Pot Tohoku Yamagata Natto Jiru (納豆汁) Date December 22, 2023 Reading Time 5 Mins Read Let’s explore Natto soup (or Natto jiru)! It’s a special dish from Yamagata and Akita Prefectures known for its thick…
Japanese Noodles Kyushu Nagasaki Other Noodles Sara Udon (皿うどん) Date December 21, 2023 Reading Time 5 Mins Read Udon is a favorite dish in Japan, but did you know about one special type called Sara Udon? It’s a…
Kansai Shiga Yakisoba Suyaki (すやき) Date December 19, 2023 Reading Time 4 Mins Read Do you want to try out something made out of healthy options? You can try suyaki a local gourmet food…
Chubu Ishikawa Japanese Ramen Kanazawa ramen (金沢ラーメン) Date December 17, 2023 Reading Time 5 Mins Read In the heart of Japan, Kanazawa is a city celebrated for its distinctive ramen, showcasing a culinary experience beyond the…
Japan Japanese Seasonings & Pantry Toasted Seaweed (海苔) Date December 15, 2023 Reading Time 11 Mins Read Discover the culinary delight of Nori in Japan! This edible seaweed toasted perfectly, adds a unique savory crunch to beloved…
Bakery & Western-style Sweets Kansai Oosaka Rikuro cheesecake (りくろ―おじさんのチーズケーキ) Date December 14, 2023 Reading Time 6 Mins Read “Uncle Rikuro’s Cheesecake” is a famous treat in Osaka for over 30 years since it started selling in 1984. We’ll…