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Kaiseki ryori (懐石料理)
"Kaiseki cuisine" has a strong image of being a luxurious meal served at a restaurant. In this article, we will trace kaiseki ryori back to its origins and introduce the reasons behind its form. We will also introduce some delicious rest... -
Chawanmushi (茶碗蒸し)
One of the Japan dishes, chawanmushi, is an egg mixed with eggs and broth, steamed with ingredients such as shiitake mushrooms, lily root, and gingko in a bowl, and is treated as a steamed dish or soup.It is said that the roots of chawan... -
Unadon (うな丼)
Today, eel is a very popular food and fish not only in Japan but also overseas. Unadon is a traditional Japanese food that uses grilled eel. It is one of Tokyo’s specialty cuisines from the Edo period, and locals usually served this by p... -
Inari zushi (いなり寿司)
If you are planning a trip to Kyoto or any other part of Japan, or even if you are thinking about having a sushi night at home, then you definitely need to try Inarizushi. The delightful flavors of this sushi variation are truly worth ex... -
Hishi mochi (菱餅)
Introduction to Hishi Mochi In Japan, they have this custom or festival in which they celebrated it for the growth of girls. They call it "Hinamatsuri" and they always held it on March 3rd. One of the indispensable items on this day is t... -
Hina-arare (ひなあられ)
Introduction to Hinaarare The Hinamatsuri in Japan is celebrated with chirashizushi, clam soup, rice cakes, and Hina-arare. Hinamatsuri has been popular as a celebration for the growth of girls since the Edo period. Locals held this fest... -
Chirashizushi (ちらしずし)
Introduction to Chirashizushi Did you know that Japan has many types of sushi including Edomae sushi, Bekko sushi, Sasa sushi, Hatahata sushi, and Saba sushi? And today, we will add another type of sushi to the list. It is the Chirashizu... -
Daifuku (大福)
Introduction to Daifuku Are you one of those people who like to eat any sweets or confectionery? Have you tried any Japanese confectionery such as Mochi, Sasa Dango, and Ichigo Daifuku? In this article, we will discuss Daifuku or Daifuku... -
Curry rice (カレーライス)
Introduction to Curry Rice Did you know that curry is just as popular in Japan as ramen? Furthermore, when most people think of curry, they think of India or Thailand. While these nations have fantastic curry-based cuisines, Japanese Cur... -
Tamago Kake Gohan (卵かけご飯)
Introduction to Tamago Kake Gohan Did you have any idea what the Japanese eat for their breakfast? Well, this article will be your guide to one of their Japanese breakfast called, "Tamago Kake Gohan". If you are familiar with Japanese' T...