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When you hear "the taste of winter in Tottori Prefecture," many people think of "Matsuba-gani" (snow crabs). When the first bustle is covered on the national news, many people may feel that winter has arrived. "Matsuba gani" is well esta...

【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 ...

【Introduction to Onigirazu】 I bet you already have an idea of what this dish is about from its name only. Onigirazu, somehow like Onigiri but is different. Onigirazu is a new conventional dish in Japan. It is a rice ball that the Japan...

【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 stea...

【INTRODUCTION TO SATA ANDAGI】 Now we have other Japanese sweets on the list! Sata Andagi, an Okinawa-style doughnut. Many Okinawan sweets are Chinese-style and they often use it for traditional events. This is also popular in Hawaii, s...

【Introduction to Curry Bread】 Are you one of those people who like to eat Japanese bread? Have you heard of Curry bread somewhere or even on some anime and Japanese shows? If not, then I will guide you through it. Japanese Curry Bread ...

【Introduction to Hitsumabushi】 Today, eel is a very popular food and fish not only in Japan but also overseas. Hitsumabushi is a traditional Japanese food that uses grilled eel. It is one of Nagoya's specialty cuisines, and locals usua...

【Introduction to Hatahata Sushi】 Hatahata Sushi (ハタハタ寿司) is one of the traditional Japanese foods that is classify as fermented sushi (izushi) and uses hatahata or Japanese sandfish. Moreover, Hatahata is a unique and famous fish...

Have you ever tried oden? It is a delicious and nourishing Japanese dish that is made with various ingredients cooked in a flavorful broth. Oden is especially popular in the cold season, as it keeps you warm and cozy. You can find oden a...

【Introduction to Iekei Ramen】 Iekei Ramen (家系ラーメン) is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of soup based on tonkotsu shoyu mixed with thick Chinese noodles. Adding also the chicken oil, spinach, char siu, and seaweed toppi...