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If you are planning a trip to Kyoto or any other part of Japan, or even if you are thinking about having a sushi night at home, then you definitely need to try Inarizushi. The delightful flavors of this sushi variation are truly worth ex...

Kishimen is part of Nagoya Meshi just like Tebasaki. It's a Japanese noodle that is quick to cook just like udon. In fact, they are almost the same. The only difference is the shape and thickness. What is Kishimen? Kishimen has flat and ...

Introduction to Hishi MochiIn Japan, they have this custom or festival in which they celebrated it for the growth of girls. They call it "Hinamatsuri" and they always held it on March 3rd. One of the indispensable items on this day is th...

Hinaarare (雛あられ) are small, bite-sized Japanese rice crackers or puffed rice sweets traditionally eaten during Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day Festival) on March 3rd. They come in pink, white, and green colors representing the three seasons,...

Kushi Katsu is Osaka's deep-fried skewer dish, made with meat, seafood, or vegetables coated in batter and panko. In Osaka, people use kushikatsu and kushiage almost interchangeably. It is famous for its crisp texture and the no-double-d...

Introduction to Chirashizushi Did you know that Japan has many types of sushi including Edomae sushi, Bekko sushi, Sasa sushi, Hatahata sushi, and Saba sushi? And today, we will add another type of sushi to the list. It is the Chirashizu...

Introduction to Senmaizuke Did you know that pickles are famous in Kyoto? They use fresh vegetables from the area, and the flavour is subtle. If you go around Kyoto's market streets, you'll notice a lot of businesses selling only pickles...

Have you ever heard of Kawara senbei? The subtle sweetness of this cracker has a nostalgic taste. It is a baked confectionery that has been popular for a long time as a "Japanese cookie" with a slightly high-quality taste. Today, we...

Daifuku is a traditional Japanese mochi sweet filled with anko, or sweetened red bean paste. You will find it in convenience stores, supermarkets, and long-established wagashi shops across Tokyo. The best pieces, though, come from small ...

Introduction to Curry Rice Did you know that curry is just as popular in Japan as ramen? Furthermore, when most people think of curry, they think of India or Thailand. While these nations have fantastic curry-based cuisines, Japanese Cur...