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Introduction to Japanese Christmas Food Christmas is coming and everyone is preparing for their celebration feast to serve during the holiday seasons. What is Christmas? It is a celebration commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, who is...

Introduction to Zouni Celebrating your new year with Japanese dishes? This dish is the most auspicious dish that the Japanese eat during New Years Day. Zouni is a Japanese dish consisting mainly of mochi and seasoned with soy sauce and m...

Introduction to Houtou Houtou is a traditional Japanese noodle soup made mainly in Yamanashi Prefecture. Basically, it is a kind of dish served hotly by boiling thick and short noodles with pumpkin and other vegetables in miso. However, ...

Introduction to Oyaki Oyaki is a Japanese dumpling stuffed with seasoned vegetables, fruits, and even anko bean paste. It is a local dish of Nagano prefecture and locals wrapped different ingredients in wheat flour and buckwheat flour an...

Introduction to Tenmusu Are you one of those people who love to have onigiri, or omusubi or rice ball as a snack and/or substitute for meals? Then, you should definitely know about Tenmusu. Tenmusu is a specialty from Nagoya classified a...

Introduction to Jibuni Jibuni (治部煮) is a traditional Japanese specialty dish that represents Kanazawa. It has been popular since the time of the Kaga domain, and one of its attractions is that it can be made with familiar ingredients....

Introduction to Matsutake Gohan Have you ever heard of Matsutake Gohan or Pine Mushroom Rice? And have you tried it before? Well, if not, then I will guide you to it through this article. In Japan, the Japanese considered Matsutake mushr...

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 Japanese ...

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, somet...

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 or K...

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 ...

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...

Japanese use tofu in everyday cooking, but do you know about the type called shima tofu? Tofu is a standard ingredient in Okinawa Prefecture, differing in flavor, hardness, and size from regular tofu. In this article, we will introduce t...

Izushi sushi is a regional specialty and a point of pride for both Niigata and Hokkaido. The use of local ingredients, including the distinctive soybean sheet wrap, reflects the unique culinary traditions of these areas. Trying Izushi su...

Red konjac not only provides a visual twist but may also offer a nuanced flavor profile. This culinary innovation reflects the diversity and creativity present in Japan's rich food culture, where traditional ingredients are often adapted...

Introduction to Japanese Christmas Food Christmas is coming and everyone is preparing for their celebration feast to serve during the holiday seasons. What is Christmas? It is a celebration commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, who is...

Hakata's specialty "Torikawa" is popular because its special texture: the outside is crispy while the inside is chewy and juicy. If you are living in Japan, you can easily find Tori kawa everywhere you go, from convenience stores to...

Apples are one of the fruits that Japanese people widely love. Aomori Prefecture is known as "Japan's best apple prefecture.'' Many believe it is the best in Japan for its quality and variety. But have you ever explored its charm in dept...

Japan has so many sweet savory pancakes ever since a long time ago and Negiyaki is one of them. It is the thinner version of Okonomiya.

Introduction to Houtou Houtou is a traditional Japanese noodle soup made mainly in Yamanashi Prefecture. Basically, it is a kind of dish served hotly by boiling thick and short noodles with pumpkin and other vegetables in miso. However, ...