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  • Food in Osaka
    Oosaka

    Osaka food: A Culinary Journey

    Osaka is renowned as a food lover's paradise, celebrated for its vibrant and diverse culinary scene. Known for the local saying "kuidaore," which means "eat until you drop," the city embodies a unique culinary culture that invites visito...
    August 5, 2024March 28, 2026
  • Handa Somen
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    Handa somen (半田そうめん)

    Handa Somen is a traditional Japanese noodle with a rich history and unique characteristics that set it apart from other somen varieties. Renowned for its slightly thicker and chewier texture, Handa noodles has been a beloved local speci...
    July 17, 2024March 15, 2026
  • Natto mochi (納豆餅)
    Kyoto

    Natto mochi (納豆餅)

    Discover the delightful world of Natto Mochi, a cherished Japanese delicacy renowned for its blend of chewy mochi and savory fermented soybeans. This article explores the origins, preparation methods, cultural significance, and health be...
    July 9, 2024January 22, 2025
  • 写真提供:福岡市
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    Taste of Fukuoka: Top Dishes and Where to Find Them

    Fukuoka, a lively city on Kyushu Island's northern coast, is a paradise for food lovers. Known for its fresh seafood, hearty ramen, and bustling street food stalls, Fukuoka offers a unique culinary experience that you won’t find anywhere...
    July 1, 2024June 30, 2025
  • tororo konbu
    Dashi

    Tororo konbu (とろろ昆布)

    "Tororo konbu" is a convenient ingredient that, with its moderate saltiness, sea scent, and melting texture, you can add to your usual menu, such as clear soup, onigiri, and udon, to dramatically improve the flavor.  In this article...
    June 17, 2024February 8, 2025
  • tsukemono pickling
    Article

    The Art of Pickling in Japan (Exploring Different Tsukemono)

    Pickling in Japan, known as tsukemono, is a centuries-old tradition that adds a unique depth to the country's culinary landscape. From enhancing flavors and textures to preserving seasonal vegetables and reflecting cultural heritage. Div...
    June 10, 2024May 31, 2025
  • aka miso
    Miso

    Aka Miso (赤味噌)

    Miso is one of the Japanese foods that has retained the most regional and area characteristics. Among these, "akamiso," "soybean miso," and "Haccho miso" refer to miso that is dark in color (red or black), but it can be difficult to unde...
    June 8, 2024January 22, 2025
  • Sendai Miso
    Miso

    Sendai miso (仙台味噌)

    Miso is an essential part of Japanese cooking, but have you heard of Sendai miso? Today, we'll learn about this special type of miso. Sendai miso comes from Sendai city and has its own unique flavors. It is made with great care and is hi...
    May 25, 2024June 19, 2024
  • Japanese Curry
    Yoshoku

    A Dive into Japanese Curry: Flavors, Variations, and Comfort

    Curry is one of the most prevalent foods in many Asian cultures, and a dish that has reached fame and renown worldwide, but typically when foreigners think of curry, the first countries that come to mind are India, Th...
    May 12, 2024December 27, 2025
  • hanami bento during spring
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    Spring on a Plate: The Seasonal Tastes of Japan

    Japanese cuisines value seasonality, ensuring dishes are made with ingredients at their peak freshness and flavor, reflecting a deep respect for nature and its changing rhythms. This connection with nature is integral to Japanese culture...
    May 11, 2024January 19, 2025
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    November 2, 2026
  • A bowl of taromen with shrimp, pork and vegetables in a beef-bone broth
    Taromen (たろめん)
    November 1, 2026
  • Karatsu Burger wrapped in paper beside its bag in the pine grove
    Karatsu Burger (からつバーガー)
    October 31, 2026
  • Illustrated panorama of Japanese potato farming with drone and sensors, a food factory conveyor line, and a dinner table with korokke, curry and nikujaga
    How Automation Is Shaping Modern Food Manufacturing and Agricultural Yields in Japan
    October 30, 2026
  • Two triangular itadaki, rice-stuffed fried tofu pouches, on a white plate against a green paper background
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    October 30, 2026
  • A pile of dark green tencha tea leaves, roughly chopped into small flakes, on a white ceramic plate.
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