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INTRODUCTION TO SANMAMEN SanmaMen (サンマーメン) is a bowl of ramen that originated around 1947 in Yokahama, Kanagawa Prefecture, which was originally a meal provided for cooks in the restaurant. Originating from the kitchens in Yokohama...

INTRODUCTION TO ISHIKARI NABE Now we have an entry of another Nabe! Ishikari Nabe is one of the most favorite comfort food in Japan as it gives you lots of nutrients and of course not to mention the overload ingredients. Ishikari Nabe is...

Yamagata Prefecture is the ramen kingdom with Japan largest ramen consumption. The number of stores per capita is also the fiercest battleground in Japan. Most of the residents of the prefecture love ramen so much that it can be said tha...

Prepare for an extraordinary culinary journey through the captivating region of Iwate, Tohoku, as we delve into the fascinating world of Wanko Soba. Get ready to be amazed by this beloved local specialty, where soba noodles take center s...

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the mouthwatering allure of Akashiyaki, an irresistible delicacy hailing from the vibrant region of Hyougo in Kansai, Japan. Picture this: tender octopus pieces enveloped in a delectable batter, ...

Warabi Mochi is a type of Japanese confectionery that originated in Nara Prefecture. It is made from warabi (bracken) starch, water and sugar, and cut into small pieces. Warabi Mochi is usually sprinkled with kinako (roasted soybean flou...

INTRODUCTION TO SASA DANGO We have other Japanese sweets on the list, Sasa Dango! What is Sasa Dango? It is a type of Wagashi or Japanese confectionery and a specialty of Niigata prefecture. Sasa dango is a dark green with a flavor of mu...

INTRODUCTION TO CASTELLA Castella is a Japanese confectionary , which is "wagashi" in Japanese. It’s a simple sponge cake made with flour, eggs, sugar, and starch syrup, and baked in a rectangular mold. Castella was originally introduced...

It is said that in the old days, when people were too poor to buy glutinous rice, they rolled rice and made it　a dish called "Shingoro". It is a local dish of Minamiaizu Town and Shimogo Town that is made by spreading "Juunen miso" made...

INTRODUCTION TO IMONI Heading somewhere north eastern part of Japan this fall? Why not try this traditional cuisine of Yamagata City! Imoni is a hearty Japanese meat stew which includes a type of taro and meat soup. It is eaten tradition...