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Seri Nabe is a delightful and popular tradition in Japan, offering a warm and communal dining experience. It has a unique history and cultural significance, making it a beloved part of Japanese cuisine. In this introduction, we'll explor...

Hakata Torimon (博多通りもん) is Fukuoka's most beloved souvenir sweet, a soft European-style butter cookie filled with smooth white bean paste. It has won Japan's national confectionery award for over 20 consecutive years and is one of ...

Izakayas are popular gathering places for friends and coworkers to socialize and unwind after work or on weekends. The emphasis is on sharing dishes, so it's common for groups of people to order a variety of items and enjoy them alongsid...

Dago jiru, a traditional Japanese soup, hails from Kumamoto, Japan. This hearty dish features handcrafted dumplings, seasonal vegetables, and savory seasonings. It's a comforting and beloved part of Kumamoto's culinary heritage, enjoyed ...

Gameni is Fukuoka's chicken and root vegetable stew, a New Year dish similar to Chikuzenni with an easy home recipe. Gameni is a Fukuoka local dish where cooks simmer chicken, burdock root, lotus root, konnyaku, and other vegetables in s...

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...

Okinawa soba is the most iconic noodle dish of Okinawa Prefecture, and despite the name it contains no buckwheat at all. Locals call Okinawa soba "suba." Thick wheat flour noodles sit in a clear bonito and pork broth, topped with stewed ...

Shichimi Togarashi presence in Japan signifies its importance as a flavor enhancer deeply rooted in culinary traditions, adding complexity, depth, and a touch of spice to the diverse tapestry of Japanese cuisine. It holds a significant p...

Traditional Japanese cuisine (or Washoku) is nowadays popular all over the world for both its appealing presentation and delightful subtle flavors. As rice is the staple food of Japan, it is not surprising that there are so many good Jap...

Pork, shrimp, squid, and cabbage hit a hot wok before the cook adds a savory, often cloudy broth and thick noodles. This is Nagasaki champon, one of Nagasaki's best-known regional dishes, from a port city on Japan's southern island of Ky...