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Onigirazu (おにぎらず)
Introduction to Onigirazu I bet you already have an idea of what this dish is about from its name only. Onigirazu, somehow like Onigiri but is different. Onigirazu is a new conventional dish in Japan. It is a rice ball that the Japanese ... -
Mochi (餅)
Introduction to Mochi When it comes to traditional Japanese desserts, Mochi is always the answer. This traditional dessert is famous for “rice cake,” enjoy by locals in Japan for centuries. Mochi or Japanese rice cake is made by steaming... -
Curry Bread (カレーパン)
Introduction to Curry Bread Are you one of those people who like to eat Japanese bread? Have you heard of Curry bread somewhere or even on some anime and Japanese shows? If not, then I will guide you through it. Japanese Curry Bread or K... -
Ankou Nabe (あんこう鍋)
Introduction to Ankou Nabe In Japan, they are improving their food and always make it as healthy as possible. An example of this is by having nabe during the winter season, and they also gain plenty of collagen that makes their skin beau... -
Hitsumabushi (ひつまぶし)
Introduction to Hitsumabushi Today, eel is a very popular food and fish not only in Japan but also overseas. Hitsumabushi is a traditional Japanese food that uses grilled eel. It is one of Nagoya's specialty cuisines, and locals usually ... -
Hatahata Sushi (ハタハタ寿司)
Introduction to Hatahata Sushi Hatahata Sushi (ハタハタ寿司) is one of the traditional Japanese foods that is classify as fermented sushi (izushi) and uses hatahata or Japanese sandfish. Moreover, Hatahata is a unique and famous fish in ... -
Oden (おでん)
Have you ever tried oden? It is a delicious and nourishing Japanese dish that is made with various ingredients cooked in a flavorful broth. Oden is especially popular in the cold season, as it keeps you warm and cozy. You can find oden a... -
Iekei ramen (家系ラーメン)
Introduction to Iekei Ramen Iekei Ramen (家系ラーメン) is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of soup based on tonkotsu shoyu mixed with thick Chinese noodles. Adding also the chicken oil, spinach, char siu, and seaweed toppings ... -
Nikujaga (肉じゃが)
Introduction to Nikujaga Nikujaga (肉じゃが) is a traditional Japanese food in which the meat, potatoes, and onion are stewed in a sweetened soy sauce and mirin. Locals made this dish by frying meat, potatoes, onions, konnyaku, etc., and... -
Yakitori (やきとり)
Yakitori (やきとり) is a traditional food in Japan that consists of a bite-sized chicken stab on a skewer and grill on an open fire. When it comes to chicken on a stick, the Japanese have their own best version of what locals call Yakito...