Traditional Food in Japan– tag –
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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 Chiras... -
Yaki Mochi (やきもち)
Yaki Mochi is a traditional cuisine from Gunma. Although the name suggests it as grilled rice cake, the dish is quite far from it. As a matter of fact, it is somewhat closer to "Oyaki". If you want to know more about this local favorite,... -
Senmaizuke (千枚漬け)
【Introduction to Senmaizuke】 Did you know that pickles are famous in Kyoto? They use fresh vegetables from the area, and the flavour is subtle. If you go around Kyoto's market streets, you'll notice a lot of businesses selling only pic... -
Kawara senbei (瓦せんべい)
【What is Kawara senbei?】 Kawara senbei is an unbaked, sugar-sweetened senbei made with sugar, flour, and eggs.Kawara Senbei is usually hard like a rice cracker, but there is also a softer version called Yawaraka Yaki. Kawara Senbei is ... -
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 Dai... -
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... -
Miso Nikomi Udon (味噌煮込みうどん)
【What is miso nikomi udon?】 Miso nikomi udon is a dish of thick udon noodles cooked in a thick broth made from bonito dashi and Nagoya's famous hatcho miso. The ingredients include chicken, fried tofu, eggs, and green onions, providing... -
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 Japanes... -
Kamo nabe (鴨鍋)
【What is Kamo nabe?】 Duck meat (kamo niku) is the main ingredient in Kamo nabe.Kamo nabe is a stew of duck with tofu, leeks and other vegetables, and local food in Shiga Prefecture.It used to be made with wild duck, but nowadays it is ... -
Osechi (おせち)
【Introduction to Osechi】 Osechi Ryori is indispensable for the Japanese New Year. Additionally, each dish has a congratulatory meaning. In addition to that, there are also manners in how to eat osechi dishes. In this article, I will te...