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Speaking of Japanese traditional food, you might think of some dishes as ramen, onigiri, udon, sushi, etc. However, beside these popular dishes, lesser known Japanese dishes are also amazing. The unique features of their cuisine is the c...

If you're a fan of Japanese cuisine, you may have heard of Koshihikari rice - a premium short-grain rice that is known for its sweet flavor and sticky texture. But did you know that Koshihikari rice is more than just a delicious ingredie...

Kanikama is Japanese imitation crab made from surimi, a paste of minced white fish. Contrary to what the name might suggest, it contains no actual crab. Even so, it looks, tastes, and pulls apart almost exactly like real crab meat. That ...

The simple roasted sweet potato, or yaki-imo, doesn't get as much attention in a country more known for its sushi, sashimi, and noodle meals. But this hearty vegetable, another historical import to the island country, has long been a che...

Ramen is definitely one of the most popular dishes all over the world. It is so familiar to Japanese people that it not only appears in daily life but also in Japanese animation (anime) or drama. However, today we would like to introduce...

Fried tofu is a common English translation of the Japanese word "Aburaage" in Japan. To be precise, it's thin deep-fried tofu, and people use this name to set it apart from the related processed tofu item known as "atsu-age." It is a typ...

Japanese long eat Takuwan as a side dish during meals and eat this as a snack at teatime. It is one of the most traditional Japanese pickles and is named after the Buddhist priest who is said to have introduced the food. Beneficial to he...

In Japan, people celebrate Jinjitsu no sekku (or Nanakusa no sekku) annually on January 7. On this day, Japanese have the custom of eating Nanakusa gayu (seven-herb rice porridge) hoping for good health for the coming year. So, when did ...

In the sea near the Boso Peninsula (房総半島), you can catch a lot of fish such as horse mackerel, sardines, and saury. After catching the fish, the fishermen mince it with miso to make a dish called "namero". From "namero", th...

In Japan, the combination of fish and rice has become very common but still plays a very important role in Japanese food culture. You may know and eat Tai (sea bream) sometimes. However, do you know what is the meaning of this fish to Ja...