Ask a tourist what Japan drinks, and they will say ‘Matcha.’ Ask a local, and they might just point you to a fifty-year-old ...

Discover this unique regional specialty from Ehime, Japan. A savory fried tofu wrapper replaces nori for a sweet and umami taste!

Kyushu is a region blessed with a warm climate, located at the southwestern tip of the Japanese archipelago. Comprising the seven prefectures of Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, and ...

What comes to mind when you hear “Chubu Region”? Located right in the middle of the Japanese archipelago, this area actually boasts the most diverse natural environment in Japan. From the ...

This article gives you the basics of Hooba Sushi, a traditional Japanese food known for its natural leaf wrapper. The use of a large, fragrant leaf makes this seasonal meal different from everyday ...

Unbaked cheesecake, known in Japan as Rea Chīzukēki (Rare Cheesecake), is the ultimate smooth, chilled dessert. It provides a creamy texture without ever needing an oven, making it quick and ...

Garigari-kun (ガリガリå›, literally “Mr. Crunchy“) is the name of an ice pop brand and its mastcot, manufactured and sold by Akagi Nyugyo based in Fukaya. This is Akagi Nyugyo’s signature product ...

Nata duke (also spelled natazuke) is a traditional Japanese pickle that comes from Akita Prefecture in northern Japan. People in the region have enjoyed this dish for generations. They make it by ...

Looking for a Japanese curry dish that blends rich flavors with local history? Aigake Jindai Curry Rice offers a delicious and meaningful dining experience that reflects the heritage of Akita ...

Nitamago (煮卵) is a dish made by marinating or simmering a peeled, hard-boiled or soft-boiled egg in a seasoning liquid, typically made from soy sauce, mirin, and dashi. Also known as “Ajitama” (味玉) or ...

You know that red stuff that comes with Japanese curry? That’s Fukujin zuke. It’s a sweet and salty pickle that’s crunchy and adds a nice pop of color and flavor to the rich curry and soft rice. Even ...

This article is about Edo Ama Miso (江戸甘みそ), a sweet soybean paste with a long history in Tokyo’s cooking. Unlike the saltier misos common in Japan today, this unique paste was a special, often fancy, ...