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Have you ever tasted real 神戸牛 Kobe beef? It is arguably the most famous Japanese wagyu. I still remember my first bite clearly. It completely changed my view of meat. Maybe you wonder what makes Kobe beef special. Let us explore this ...

関東風すき焼き Kanto-style sukiyaki is the classic Tokyo-area way of making Japanese sukiyaki. Everything simmers together in a single pot of 割り下 warishita, a pre-mixed sauce of soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and dashi. Thinly sliced ...

For hundreds of years, Unagi has been popular not only in Japan but also all over the world as a healthy and luxurious dish. However, do you wonder what makes this dish so expensive? Today, we would like to introduce about Unagi no Kabay...

Senbeijiru is a local dish made by simmering Nambu senbei crackers in a broth made from meat, fish, mushrooms, and vegetables. Starting with Hachinohe City in Aomori Prefecture, it is often made in the southern region of the prefect...

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...

Oita Prefecture, which has one of the top chicken consumption in Japan, is proud of its famous local gourmet "Toriten". However, it is interesting that each restaurant has a different flavor of "Toriten". This time, we want to introduce ...

Japan's food world goes far beyond sushi and ramen. One treat that often surprises first-timers is 水羊羹 Mizu Yokan, a chilled wagashi made from adzuki beans, kanten jelly, and sugar. It looks simple. But the moment you taste it, someth...

Hokkaido is attractive for its seafood. You can eat fresh and delicious seafood only in Hokkaido. Many tourists come from outside Hokkaido because they are attracted by the deliciousness of the ingredients. Among them, the most popular i...

Have you ever heard of Yokote Yakisoba? It is popular as one of the three major yakisoba noodles Japan along with "Fujinomiya Yakisoba" in Fujinomiya (Shizuoka Prefecture) and "Ota Yakisoba" in Ota City (Gunma Prefecture). In this articl...

Hiyajiru is often eaten in summer and is a local dish that can be found in many places in Japan. What is Hiyajiru? How to make it at home? Or can we find this dish in Japanese restaurant? We are going to introduce about Hiyajiru. Th...

和食 Washoku is Japan's traditional food culture, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013. It is not a single cuisine or cooking style. It is a set of values, habits, and social customs surrounding how Japanese pe...

Introduction to Mochi When it comes to traditional Japanese desserts, Mochi is always the answer. This traditional dessert is famous for rice cake, enjoy by locals in Japan for centuries. Mochi or Japanese rice cake is made by steaming g...

Introduction to Osechi Osechi Ryori is indispensable for the Japanese New Year. Additionally, each dish has a congratulatory meaning. In addition to that, there are also manners in how to eat osechi dishes. In this article, I will teach ...

Generally speaking, Japanese food that combines shari (sushi rice) and toppings (mainly seafood) is called sushi. In addition to fresh seafood, it is not uncommon for ingredients such as meat, vegetables, and eggs to be used as toppings....

Japanese winter food is built around one idea: warmth. When temperatures drop across Japan, the country's food culture shifts toward slow-cooked broths, steaming hot pots, and sweet seasonal treats that have been enjoyed for centuries. W...

Oden (おでん) is a Japanese winter hot pot dish featuring ingredients such as daikon radish, tofu, fish cakes, and boiled eggs slowly simmered in a savory dashi broth. It is one of Japan's most iconic comfort foods, enjoyed nationwide fr...

Introduction to Hakata Ramen Hakata Ramen is not just ordinary Japanese ramen, it is one of the "Japan's Three Great Local Ramen". Along with "Sapporo Miso Ramen" and "Kitakata Ramen", Japanese people loved this trio for a long time. Hak...

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...

Gunkan sushi, a popular and distinct sushi style in Japan, embodies simplicity and traditional elegance. Originating from the vibrant streets of Tokyo, this sushi variant is cherished for its unique presentation and delightful flavors. S...

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...