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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 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...

Melon pan is a Japanese sweet bread with a crisp cookie crust and a soft, fluffy center. It usually does not taste like melon. You can find it in bakeries, convenience stores, and supermarkets across Japan. Melon pan (メロンパン) is a ba...

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 ...

When it comes to the cold season, a lot of Japanese will think of the sweets "zenzai" and "oshiruko". The harmony between the fragrant baked mochi and the gentle sweetness of red beans will warm your mind and body. By the way, what ...

Ibaraki Prefecture is located in the northeast of the Kanto region. The prefecture is blessed with a mild climate and vast and flat arable land, and its main agricultural products include melons, eggs, lotus root, chestnuts, and miz...

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...

Okinawa soba is the most iconic noodle dish of Okinawa Prefecture, and despite the name it contains no buckwheat at all. Locals call Okinawa soba "suba." Thick wheat flour noodles sit in a clear bonito and pork broth, topped with stewed ...

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....

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...

Nowadays, horse meat is attracting attention for its high protein content, low fat, and ability to be eaten raw. Since ancient times, there have been several regions in Japan country where horse meat eating culture is thriving. Nowadays,...

🗼 Tokyo Food Scene 2026 Tokyo Food Trends: Urban Dynamism and the Personalization of Dining Exploring the 2026 food landscape. This is not just a list of fads, but a deep dive into how Tokyo's hyper-dense urban structure, spatial constr...

Creamy, cheesy, and baked over rice, Doria is one of Japan's most comforting yoshoku dishes. Doria is a Japanese rice gratin created in Yokohama in the early Showa period. Butter rice, béchamel sauce, and melted cheese define its classic...

Sanuki Udon is the famous chewy wheat noodle of Kagawa Prefecture, the smallest prefecture in Japan and the proud home of udon culture. Locals proudly call Kagawa "Udon Prefecture," and more than a few travelers fly there just to eat. Th...