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  • Shumai bento (シウマイ弁当)
    Bento & Ekiben

    Shumai bento (シウマイ弁当)

    In the diverse culinary landscape of Japan, where traditional and modern flavors seamlessly blend, the Shumai Bento stands out as a delightful merger of convenience and taste. This single-portion meal-in-a-box elevates the humble shumai—...
    September 2, 2023September 28, 2025
  • yakiniku
    Yakiniku & Offal

    Japanese Yakiniku (焼肉)

    Imagine a small grill in the middle of your table. Thin slices of beef tongue, marbled short rib and mushrooms sizzle in front of you. Soon the air fills with smoke and the smell of grilled meat. That is Japanese yakiniku, a meal where y...
    August 30, 2023October 16, 2026
  • Karashi (マスタード)
    Japanese Seasonings & Pantry

    Karashi (辛子)

    Karashi is a spicy Japanese mustard with a kick that might surprise you. Stepping away from the milder profile of Western mustards, Karashi offers a distinctive zest that has seasoned traditional Japanese dishes for centuries. Intrigued?...
    August 22, 2023January 26, 2025
  • Katsuobushi (鰹節)
    Dashi

    Katsuobushi (鰹節)

    Katsuobushi is made from skipjack tuna. Producers smoke, dry, and ferment it, then shave it into flakes for Japanese dashi, toppings, and furikake-style uses. Katsuobushi is dried, smoked, and fermented skipjack tuna. Cooks shave it into...
    August 19, 2023June 3, 2026
  • Sekihan (赤飯)
    Japanese Rice Dishes

    Sekihan (赤飯)

    Delve into the world of "Sekihan" – not just a dish but a cherished tradition in the Land of the Rising Sun. This sticky, reddish rice, tinted by the rich hues of adzuki beans, is more than just a feast for the eyes and palate. It symbol...
    August 16, 2023January 26, 2025
  • Hanton rice (ハントンライス)
    Yoshoku

    Hanton rice (ハントンライス)

    Journey to the coastal city of Kanazawa in Japan, and you are in for an irresistible treat that tells a tale of tradition and innovation: Hanton Rice. This simple dish carries within its flavors the city's spirit, its people's heritage, ...
    August 10, 2023March 14, 2026
  • sauce katsu donソースカツ丼
    Donburi

    Sauce katsu don (ソースカツ丼)

    What do you imagine when you hear sauce katsu don? Many think of katsu don with a sweet, salty soy sauce flavoured with Japanese-style dashi. For those people, when they think of sauce katsu don, they probably think of "sauce-covered kat...
    August 1, 2023March 14, 2026
  • hagino tsuki
    Japanese Snacks

    Hagi no Tsuki (萩の月)

    Discover the essence of Japan's culinary heritage with "Hagi no Tsuki." This article unveils the captivating story behind this traditional Japanese confectionery. From its unique shape to its mouthwatering flavors, Hagi no Tsuki promises...
    July 24, 2023March 14, 2026
  • kashi pan
    Bakery & Western-style Sweets

    Kashipan (菓子パン)

    Kashipan, a delightful aspect of Japanese culinary culture, refers to traditional Japanese sweet bread or pastries. This delectable treat has a long-standing history and is cherished for its soft and fluffy texture, unique flavors, and d...
    July 19, 2023January 24, 2025
  • Gunkan sushi (軍艦寿司)
    Japanese Sushi

    Gunkan sushi (軍艦寿司)

    Gunkan sushi, a popular and distinct sushi style in Japan, embodies simplicity and traditional elegance. Originating from the vibrant streets of Tokyo, this sushi variant is cherished for its unique presentation and delightful flavors. S...
    July 17, 2023March 10, 2026
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  • Akaten: golden panko-coated fish cakes with a pink-red center on a plate
    Akaten (赤てん)
    November 4, 2026
  • Illustration of Japanese food culture: sushi on a wooden board, a shojin ryori tray, matcha and wagashi
    Japanese Food Culture Explained: Edomae Sushi, Shojin Ryori and Wagashi
    November 4, 2026
  • Glossy red Sagahonoka strawberries with a halved berry showing pale white flesh
    Sagahonoka Strawberry (さがほのか)
    November 3, 2026
  • himi udon
    Himi Udon (氷見うどん)
    November 3, 2026
  • Born Sake: hand-drawn poster of rice, ice-temperature aging room and the Born bottle with Fukui snow scenery
    Born Sake: The Fukui Brewery Known for Ice-Temperature Aging
    November 2, 2026
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