Japanese cuisine
Japanese cuisine features fresh, seasonal ingredients with dishes like sushi, ramen, tempura, and more. It emphasizes balance, presentation, and umami flavors.
What Is Japanese Seaweed? A Guide to Japan's Essential Ingredient
This page contains affiliate links. Seaweed is considered an integral part of the Japanese diet and is widely used in Japanese cuisine. There is a range of potential health benefits to seaweed, includ…
What Is Tsukemono? A Guide to Japanese Pickles
This page contains affiliate links. As one of the key characteristics of washoku (traditional Japanese cooking), tsukemono, or pickled vegetables, are an essential feature of Japanese cuisine. Here we…
What Is Miso? A Guide to Japan's Essential Ingredient
This page contains affiliate links. Many people who enjoy Japanese food will be familiar with the iconic flavor of miso. However, miso is much more than just the main ingredient of its namesake soup.…
What is Shojin Buddhist Cuisine? Try it at Minobusan
This article is contributed by KAKURINBO. Located in Minobu (population approx. 10,000) in southern Yamanashi Prefecture, Minobusan is a Buddhist enclave that is home to Kuonji, the head temple of the…
What to Know about Japanese Noodles and Etiquette
This page contains affiliate links. When talking about Japanese cuisine, it is inevitable that noodles will enter the discussion at some point. As one of the staple foods of Japan, noodles have been s…
Pick the right fish for your dish - How to read seafood labels in Japan
Expats in Japan often shop at local supermarkets. But unfortunately, the food labels are not in English. Japanese seafood labels are especially difficult to understand and select for your particular d…
Osechi Ryori: What to Know about Japan’s New Year's Food
This page contains affiliate links. New Year’s in Japan is a time of tradition, symbolism, and fortune. There are many rituals that take place around this time, a lot of which represent bringing good…
Japanese Apples: A Look at What Makes Them So Special
In Japan, apples are very popular as gifts, especially as souvenirs from apple-growing regions. There are many different types of Japanese apples and they often differ from those available in Western…
How to Make Japanese Rice: Washing, Cooking & More
This page contains affiliate links. Whether Japanese rice is served as a side or used as an ingredient in a heartwarming Japanese dish, it is one grain you will never get tired of. Keep reading to fin…
What to Know about Japanese Rice: Buying, Storing & More
This page contains affiliate links. Whether you're shopping for Japanese rice at your local supermarket or online, there is a lot to consider. Read on to learn about the six types of Japanese rice, wh…
Japanese Sweet Potatoes: All You Need to Know
This page contains affiliate links. One of the most popular autumn flavors of Japan is sweet potato or satsumaimo in Japanese. Japanese sweet potatoes are very versatile. They can be cooked alone or i…
Japanese Rice Brands and the Characteristics
This page contains affiliate links. In Japan, various types of rice are produced to suit the soil, water, and climate of each region. Are you aware of how many varieties of rice there are in Japan? As…
Japanese Oden: Rich History & Regional Variations
This page contains affiliate links. Japanese Oden is a beloved dish with a rich history and intriguing regional variations. The Japanese have enjoyed this comforting and flavorful stew-like dish for c…
Okonomiyaki vs. Monjayaki & Hiroshima-yaki: The Showdown
This page contains affiliate links. When it comes to Japanese cuisine, few dishes embody the flavors and vibrant culture quite like okonomiyaki, monjayaki, and Hiroshimayaki. These savory pancakes hav…
Discovering the Delights of 'Shun (旬)' - Embracing Seasonal Cuisine in Japan
This article is contributed by HATA'S HAMPER. What is "Shun (旬)"? Have you ever been to a restaurant and asked for today's recommendation, the usual response always, "Asparagus is in season right now,…
Japanese Pubs (Izakayas) — A Guide for First-Timers
Ever wished your local pub could serve sushi? Welcome to the izakaya – where sake meets socializing, gastronomy meets group giggles, and East meets West in the most delicious of fashions. They have th…
Slurp-Worthy: The Delicious Diversity of 5 Types of Ramen
This page contains affiliate links. Ramen is one of the most famous of Japan's foods, with great popularity both in Japan and abroad, but many need to learn just how varied this dish can be. While we…
Japanese Cooking Classes in Tokyo
No Japanese, no problem—there are a wide variety of English-friendly cooking classes available throughout Tokyo that can teach you how to make all your favorite Japanese foods, from sushi and ramen to traditional home-cooked meals.
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Gluten-Free in Japan: What to Know When Eating Out
This page contains affiliate links. Celiac disease is rare in Japan and gluten-free diets are not broadly known, so there isn’t a widespread understanding of which foods do and don’t include gluten an…
Japanese Kakigori: Take A Break From The Summer Heat
This page contains affiliate links. Japanese summer can be hot, humid, and... enjoyable! Summer is the best time of year to enjoy traditional Japanese shaved ice dessert: "kakigori." In this article,…
