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  • Tamago yaki (卵焼き)
    Tofu, Soy & Eggs

    Tamago yaki (卵焼き)

    Tamago yaki, the beloved Japanese rolled omelet, is a true culinary gem that will leave you craving for more. In Japan, tamagoyaki is commonly found in Japanese homes, as well as in restaurants and specialty shops. It is also a popular s...
    May 24, 2023September 28, 2025
  • wagyu steak
    Japanese Wagyu

    Wagyu beef (和牛)

    Wagyu is not just expensive beef. It is a legally defined category of Japanese cattle. Understanding that difference matters before you pay for a steak. This article covers what wagyu actually is, how the grading system works, which bran...
    May 12, 2023June 5, 2026
  • Gyunabe
    Japanese Hot Pot

    Gyunabe (牛鍋)

    Nabe (or hot pot) is a popular dish not only in Japan but also all over the world. However, have you wonder what are the features of Japanese nabe compared to hot pot from other parts of the world? In this article, we would like to intro...
    May 3, 2023March 28, 2026
  • Tsukemono (漬物)
    Japanese Pickles

    Tsukemono (漬物)

    Are you a foodie who is constantly looking for new and fascinating culinary experiences? If so, you'll want to learn about Tsukemono or traditional Japanese pickled vegetables. Tsukemono is not only a popular side dish in Japan, but it i...
    April 6, 2023September 9, 2025
  • Shizuoka Oden
    Japanese Hot Pot

    Shizuoka Oden (静岡おでん)

    Traditional winter cuisine known as Shizuoka Oden is popular all around Japan. This was created in central Japan's Shizuoka Prefecture and has since spread across the whole nation. In this article, we will explore the history and cultura...
    March 22, 2023January 24, 2025
  • Dengaku (田楽)
    Aichi

    Dengaku (田楽)

    Miso Dengaku is a traditional Japanese dish that locals enjoyed for centuries. The dish is not only tasty but also has a long history and cultural significance in Japan. In this introduction, we will explore the origins and cultural sign...
    March 16, 2023December 21, 2025
  • Tofu (豆腐)
    Tofu, Soy & Eggs

    Tofu (豆腐)

    Tofu is one of the most essential ingredients in Japanese food culture. There are so many different types and popular dishes that are made from tofu. Today, let's find out all about this amazing food - history, health benefits, recipes, ...
    March 9, 2023May 19, 2025
  • Yaki Tofu
    Tofu, Soy & Eggs

    Yaki Tofu (焼き豆腐)

    Speaking of Japanese tofu, you may think of the common types such as firm (momen) tofu or silken (kinugoshi) tofu. However, have you ever heard of tofu that is often used in hot pot dishes such as sukiyaki? In this article, we would like...
    February 22, 2023May 21, 2025
  • Silken Tofu (Kinugoshi Tofu)
    Tofu, Soy & Eggs

    Kinugoshi Tofu (絹ごし豆腐)

    Tofu plays an important role in Japanese traditional cuisine and is loved by most of Japanese. There are so many types of tofu that are on sales in supermarkets in Japan. However, firm tofu (or momen tofu) and silken tofu (or kinugoshi t...
    February 17, 2023May 19, 2025
  • Firm Tofu (or Momen Tofu)
    Tofu, Soy & Eggs

    Momen Tofu (木綿豆腐)

    Japanese people loves tofu so much that it appears in various Japanese traditional dishes. In addition, there are so many different kinds of tofu even at the supermarket. Therefore, if you are now in Japan or are interested in Japanese f...
    February 8, 2023May 31, 2025
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