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Kyoto
Youkan (羊羹)
【INTRODUCTION TO YOUKAN】 Now we have one of the oldest Japanese wagashi. Yokan (羊羹) is one of the most common traditional Japanese sweets whose origin is back about 700 years ago. It is a simple jelly-like dessert that has ingredient... -
Tottori
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 esta... -
Japan
Ohagi (おはぎ)
【Introduction to Ohagi】 Ohagi is one of the traditional Japanese sweets that locals eat during autumn. Japanese make this by steaming or cooking glutinous rice and pounding it lightly to the extent that half of the grains remain, then ... -
Japan
Onigirazu (おにぎらず)
【Introduction to Onigirazu】 I bet you already have an idea of what this dish is about from its name only. Onigirazu, somehow like Onigiri but is different. Onigirazu is a new conventional dish in Japan. It is a rice ball that the Japan... -
Chiba
Takeoka Ramen (竹岡ラーメン)
【Introduction to Takeoka Ramen】 Takeoka Ramen is just one of the many ramen dishes in Japan! Not only that it's easy to make, but it's also delicious! Some people call it Takeoka Style Ramen. Indeed, both names are acceptable. 【What i... -
Oosaka
Sakura Mochi (桜餅)
What's better than putting sakura and mochi together? Sakura Mochi is a Japanese dessert that's usually available during the spring season. Read further to know more about this delicious and eye-catching confection. 【What is Sakura Moch... -
Japan
Mochi (餅)
【Introduction to Mochi】 When it comes to traditional Japanese desserts, Mochi is always the answer. This traditional dessert is famous for “rice cake,” enjoy by locals in Japan for centuries. Mochi or Japanese rice cake is made by stea... -
Toyama
Buri Daikon (ブリ大根)
【Introduction】 Buri daikon: simple, wholesome, delicious. A go-to staple during the winter months and best served warm, it’s a dish made for fish lovers that want simple ingredients that pair together wonderfully. The broth is often si... -
Okinawa
Sata Andagi (サーターアンダギー)
【INTRODUCTION TO SATA ANDAGI】 Now we have other Japanese sweets on the list! Sata Andagi, an Okinawa-style doughnut. Many Okinawan sweets are Chinese-style and they often use it for traditional events. This is also popular in Hawaii, s... -
Tokyo
Curry Bread (カレーパン)
【Introduction to Curry Bread】 Are you one of those people who like to eat Japanese bread? Have you heard of Curry bread somewhere or even on some anime and Japanese shows? If not, then I will guide you through it. Japanese Curry Bread ...