Somen– tag –

Climb the hundred stone steps at Oiwasan Nissekiji Temple, and the smell that reaches you is dashi. Oiwa somen is the noodle specialty of the Oiwa district in Kamiichi Town, Toyama Prefecture. A small cluster of shops around the temple a...

Speaking of summer in Japan, there are a lot of events. Among them, we will introduce you to an event and popular summer food that you should try at least once in summer. Have you ever heard of the word "nagashi somen"? In Japan, many pe...

Handa Somen is a traditional Japanese noodle with a rich history and unique characteristics that set it apart from other somen varieties. Renowned for its slightly thicker and chewier texture, Handa noodles has been a beloved local speci...

Ikasomen is a refreshing and light dish, making it a popular choice for a summer meal in Japan. Combining the cold somen noodles and the tender squid is a delightful and cooling option during hot weather. Now, let’s get to know more abou...

Hiyamugi is a thin wheat noodle served cold in summer. People enjoy these cold Japanese noodles with chilled broth or a dipping sauce. In thickness, hiyamugi sits neatly between somen and udon. Japanese cuisine features many noodle dishe...

Rice is the staple food of many Asian countries. You will definitely find a sack of rice in every household. However, many of these countries are also large consumers of noodles. In fact, it can be a staple food next to rice. Same with J...

Not all somen noodles are the same. Most people assume they are, and that assumption sells Miwa somen short. This is Japan's most historically respected hand-stretched somen, made in Nara Prefecture through methods that go back over 1,20...

Ikasomen is a refreshing and light dish, making it a popular choice for a summer meal in Japan. Combining the cold somen noodles and the tender squid is a delightful and cooling option during hot weather. Now, let’s get to know more abou...

Not all somen noodles are the same. Most people assume they are, and that assumption sells Miwa somen short. This is Japan's most historically respected hand-stretched somen, made in Nara Prefecture through methods that go back over 1,20...

Hiyamugi is a thin wheat noodle served cold in summer. People enjoy these cold Japanese noodles with chilled broth or a dipping sauce. In thickness, hiyamugi sits neatly between somen and udon. Japanese cuisine features many noodle dishe...

Rice is the staple food of many Asian countries. You will definitely find a sack of rice in every household. However, many of these countries are also large consumers of noodles. In fact, it can be a staple food next to rice. Same with J...

Speaking of summer in Japan, there are a lot of events. Among them, we will introduce you to an event and popular summer food that you should try at least once in summer. Have you ever heard of the word "nagashi somen"? In Japan, many pe...

Handa Somen is a traditional Japanese noodle with a rich history and unique characteristics that set it apart from other somen varieties. Renowned for its slightly thicker and chewier texture, Handa noodles has been a beloved local speci...