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  • kakuni
    Pork

    Kakuni (角煮)

    Kakuni is a beloved dish that holds a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Featuring succulent braised pork belly simmered in a flavorful broth, Kakuni offers a tantalizing experience for the senses. With its rich, m...
    June 2, 2023May 21, 2025
  • Hojicha (ほうじ茶)
    Kyoto

    Hojicha (ほうじ茶)

    Tea holds a significant place in the cultural heritage of Japan, dating back to the 9th century with a rich and lengthy history. To this day, tea remains an integral component of daily life in Japan, with a diverse range of traditional g...
    June 1, 2023November 28, 2025
  • Dressed Omu Rice
    Yoshoku

    Dressed Omu-rice (ドレスドオムライス)

    As the rice-centered food culture, food made from rice plays an important role in Japanese cuisine as well as Japanese traditions. In Japanese, "gohan" or "meshi" means cooked rice but it also generally refers to a "meal". For a Japanese...
    May 30, 2023March 14, 2026
  • 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
  • teppanyaki 鉄板焼き
    Japan

    Teppanyaki (鉄板焼き)

    Step into the sizzling world of teppanyaki, a captivating culinary tradition that has delighted palates for centuries in Japan. Picture a skilled chef masterfully grilling and cooking an array of delectable ingredients on a scorching iro...
    May 23, 2023January 24, 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
  • Ebi furai (エビフライ)
    Katsu & Karaage

    Ebi furai (エビフライ)

    Ebi Furai is a mouth-watering Japanese dish that has captured the hearts and taste buds of people around the world. This popular dish features deep-fried, breaded prawns coated in a crispy layer of breadcrumbs and flour, resulting in a d...
    May 6, 2023February 1, 2026
  • “Mugicha” (麦茶)
    Tea

    Barley Tea “Mugicha” (麦茶)

    Undoubtedly, drinking tea or "ocha" (お茶) in Japan is a relevant part of their culture. As a matter of fact, there are many types of tea available in the country. As they passed the culture of drinking tea to new generations, serving it...
    May 4, 2023January 19, 2025
  • 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
  • Japanese pancake (パンケーキ)
    Bakery & Western-style Sweets

    Japanese Pancakes (パンケーキ)

    Picture a plate of pancakes so tall they wobble when the server sets them down. That jiggly stack is the Japanese pancake many travelers recognize, but it is only half the story. Japanese homes and old coffee shops have served a simpler,...
    April 29, 2023October 21, 2026
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  • tofu misoduke
    Tofu Misozuke (豆腐の味噌漬け)
    November 4, 2026
  • 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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