Japanese Meal
Japanese cuisine — notable for its simplicity of flavors — still does.
“Our food is understated, simple. Our idea of sophisticated is …
Wagashi
Wagashi is a traditional Japanese confectionery typically made from seasonal plant ingredients such as azuki bean, pumpkin and sweet potatoes. Since …
Hijiki
Hijiki is a wild sea vegetable that is an important ingredient for Japanese cuisine. It is a good source of fiber, calcium, and iron. The main …
Otoshi buta
Otoshi buta is a Japanese “drop lid” typically made from wood, although nowadays silicon, plastic, and other materials are also used. “Drop lid” …
Doyo no Ushino Hi – Unagi Day –
Today is a Eel Day in Japan. It is the day you eat unagi to boost your endurance to get through a very hot summer since people believe unagi is a …
Japanese B-kyu Gourmet Culture Trend
In last decade, there is a B-kyu gourmet culture trend in Japan. It is a food culture of people who want to find unique, but not yet …
One Good Sake
Recently I had a very good sake which friends brought to dinner at my place. After I found out how special this sake was, I became to like it even …