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When you say Japanese food, Katsu Don may be one of the first ones to come to your mind. In fact, it is so famous that many shops abroad sell this too. But, what is it about Katsu Don that makes it a favorite among many? What is Katsu Do...

Have you ever heard the word "okkirikomi"? Okkirikomi is a local dish of Gunma Prefecture. This time, we will introduce the characteristics and history of Okkirikomi's cuisine, and the origin of its name. Also, for those who want to...

Picture soft, thick noodles in a mellow sweet-savory sauce, with a runny yolk sliding into every strand. That plate is Yokote Yakisoba (横手やきそば), a local noodle dish from Yokote City in Akita Prefecture. Cooks stir-fry thick noodles...

Hiyajiru is a chilled miso-based soup from Miyazaki Prefecture. Cooks blend grilled fish, roasted miso, sesame, and cold dashi, then pour it over barley rice. Cucumber, tofu, and fresh herbs complete this classic summer dish. Picture a 3...

Akafuku mochi is a traditional Japanese sweet from Ise City, Mie Prefecture. It has soft mochi topped with smooth sweet red bean paste. Its wave-like shape represents the Isuzu River near Ise Jingu. Many travelers in Japan recognize the ...

Kyoto is an ancient city that is also attractive for sightseeing. Naturally, the food culture will be deep if the place is the origin. The soup stock culture in the Kansai region naturally has a positive effect on local ramen and is ente...

What is Mentaiko? Tarako and mentaiko are traditional Japanese seafood ingredients, consisting of pollock roe from the Alaskan pollock, of the cod family. The Alaskan pollock is not a pollock in itself, but a cod; thus, tarako and mentai...

Modanyaki (モダン焼き) is Osaka’s hearty answer to a savory pancake. It’s okonomiyaki with yakisoba noodles. Think filling, flavorful, pure street-food comfort. What is Modanyaki? Modanyaki is a thick, savory Japanese pancake. It starts ...

Botan Nabe "ぼたん鍋" uses wild boar meat as its main ingredient. Wild, isn't it? It's one of the many hot pot dishes in Japan. Read on to know more. What is Botan Nabe? While there are tons of hot pot dishes, this dish is making noises ...

Today, eel is a very popular food and fish not only in Japan but also overseas. Unadon is a traditional Japanese food that uses grilled eel. It is one of Tokyo’s specialty cuisines from the Edo period, and locals usually served this by p...