Japanese people loves tofu so much that it appears in various Japanese traditional dishes. In addition, there are so many different kinds of tofu even at the supermarket. Therefore, if you are now in Japan or are interested in Japanese f...

It's no doubt that Tonyu or soy milk is popular in Asian countries. It's not just healthy, but it's also a perfect alternative to cow's milk. In Japan alone, supermarkets and convenience stores sell different kinds of soy milk. Japan Agr...

With its fluffy texture, "tsukune" is a popular dish on the menu of yakitori restaurants. Tsukune is well-liked by both children and adults, yet shockingly few know what it is. Yakitori restaurants will often thread them onto a bamboo sk...

The simple roasted sweet potato, or yaki-imo, doesn't get as much attention in a country more known for its sushi, sashimi, and noodle meals. But this hearty vegetable, another historical import to the island country, has long been a che...

Ramen is definitely one of the most popular dishes all over the world. It is so familiar to Japanese people that it not only appears in daily life but also in Japanese animation (anime) or drama. However, today we would like to introduce...

Shirataki refers to noodles made of konjac yams. Although this noodle is popular outside of Japanese cuisine due to its zero calories, no carbs, and high fiber content, the Japanese utilized it in many hot pot meals there. It is a great ...

Fried tofu is a common English translation of the Japanese word "Aburaage" in Japan. To be precise, it's thin deep-fried tofu, and people use this name to set it apart from the related processed tofu item known as "atsu-age." It is a typ...

Among Japanese sweets, you may often hear of mochi, dorayaki, etc. However, today we would like to introduce a sweet that has a strong impression as an offering. The interesting fact is that many people have seen it but do not know its t...

Japanese ramen has a lot of depth and is difficult to explain simply. The most important thing in ramen is the noodles. Ramen tends to focus on the soup and its classification of taste such as Shoyu ramen or soy sauce ramen that we will ...

Ramen, popular with children and adults alike, comes in various flavors, with tonkotsu being one of the most popular flavors. However, some people have eaten tonkotsu ramen but do not know what is different compared to other seasonings. ...