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Kanzarashi is one of those quiet local sweets that instantly evokes a place. In this case, that place is Shimabara, a spring-fed town in Nagasaki. On a hot day, a bowl of it feels like a small blessing. So what exactly is kanzarashi? It ...

Karinto is a simple yet beloved traditional Japanese snack known for its crispy texture and rich sweetness. Though it may look humble at first glance, this deep-fried treat carries centuries of history and cultural significance. From tem...

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing journey through the realm of Japanese desserts as we unveil the secrets of Uji Kintoki, a celestial concoction that marries the earthy allure of matcha with the sweet whispers of red bean paste. This fr...

With Japan's wide range of Japanese confectionery, you would think that we may have listed everything here on Food in Japan. Hold your horses as we talk about Karukan, a Japanese dish that was born 300 years ago, and why it deserves a pl...

Nestled in the heart of Japan's Akita Prefecture lies a culinary gem that shares its name with a global phenomenon: butter mochi. Today, the term "butter mochi" represents two distinct cultural clusters. One is a beloved Hawaiian baked d...

You might be thinking, "Is this a person's name?", no it's a dish in Japan. Amanatto or "Sweet Natto" is the "Jellybean" of Japan. This dish is a confectionery made by pickling beans and other ingredients with honey and sprinkling it wit...

Discover the delightful taste of Japan with a traditional dish called Tokoroten! As the summer heat sizzles, this refreshing and cooling treat is a favorite among locals. Tokoroten transformed into noodle-like strips or cubes. Served chi...

Anmitsu is a Japanese traditional dessert made with kanten jelly, sweet red bean paste, fruit, shiratama dango, and kuromitsu syrup. It is usually served chilled, so many people enjoy it during summer. The dessert is popular in tradition...

Coffee jelly (コーヒーゼリー) is a chilled Japanese dessert made from sweetened coffee and gelatin. It has a firm, jiggly texture and a bittersweet flavor. Topped with fresh cream or milk, it feels cool, smooth, and deeply refreshing. Th...

Dango is a Japanese sweet that has been loved by Japanese people for a long time, and many people miss it during the cherry blossom and moon viewing seasons. You can easily get dango at supermarkets, but what is the different betwee...

Ningyo-yaki (人形焼) is a small, soft baked sweet from Tokyo. Each cake hides a filling of sweet red bean paste inside a fluffy sponge shell. These bite-sized treats are especially famous in Asakusa, sold warm near Senso-ji Temple. The n...

Introduction to Ohagi Ohagi is one of the traditional Japanese sweets that locals eat during autumn. Japanese make this by steaming or cooking glutinous rice and pounding it lightly to the extent that half of the grains remain, then they...

There are hundreds of matsuri (Japanese traditional festival) all over Japan when summer comes. At matsuri, you can enjoy a lot of Japanese traditional food such as yakisoba, yakitori, ikayaki, etc. Today, we would like to introduce Kaki...

Dango is a Japanese sweet that has been loved by Japanese people for a long time, and many people miss it during the cherry blossom and moon viewing seasons. You can easily get dango at supermarkets, but what is the different betwee...

Coffee jelly (コーヒーゼリー) is a chilled Japanese dessert made from sweetened coffee and gelatin. It has a firm, jiggly texture and a bittersweet flavor. Topped with fresh cream or milk, it feels cool, smooth, and deeply refreshing. Th...

You might be thinking, "Is this a person's name?", no it's a dish in Japan. Amanatto or "Sweet Natto" is the "Jellybean" of Japan. This dish is a confectionery made by pickling beans and other ingredients with honey and sprinkling it wit...

Discover the delightful taste of Japan with a traditional dish called Tokoroten! As the summer heat sizzles, this refreshing and cooling treat is a favorite among locals. Tokoroten transformed into noodle-like strips or cubes. Served chi...

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 ...

Karinto is a simple yet beloved traditional Japanese snack known for its crispy texture and rich sweetness. Though it may look humble at first glance, this deep-fried treat carries centuries of history and cultural significance. From tem...

Nestled in the heart of Japan's Akita Prefecture lies a culinary gem that shares its name with a global phenomenon: butter mochi. Today, the term "butter mochi" represents two distinct cultural clusters. One is a beloved Hawaiian baked d...