Japanese natto beans have garnered a bit more of the spotlight in recent years for their superfood and probiotic appeal.
Turmeric, or “ukon” in Japanese, is a kind of ginger, known as a spice for Indian curry, and in Japan, it is mostly recognized as a food that can help avoid hangover.
In Japan and Okinawa, the beloved sweet potato is considered the taste of autumn.
One of the enduring images of Japanese food is of course sushi, which in a way you could call one of the world’s first fast-foods!
Ebi-chili is a sweet and spicy shrimp dish you’ll find at many Chinese restaurants in Japan.
The recipe below is meant to replicate your favorite CoCo’s curry sauce and, best of all, it can be personalized with whatever ingredients you enjoy
In Japan during mealtime, we often say “itadaki masu,” which literally means: “I have this meal with gratitude.” It’s a phrase to thank those who cook the meal, and also a Japanese way of saying “let’s eat.”
Fukushima Prefecture’s Aizu region is famous for its sake. The Lords of Aizu clan promoted sake brewing during severe famine in the late 18th century as a way to stimulate the local economy.
The Department of the Air Force announced its 2024 John L. Hennessy Trophy Awards for food service excellence March 4.
Being stuck at home doesn’t mean that amazing food is off the menu. More so than ever, now’s the time to start honing those cooking skills so you can whip up enjoyable dishes without having to strain your wallet.
Japan is a country which has many unique cultures within it, and slurping is one of the most unusual characteristics! This can be a huge surprise when you come across it for the first time as it often is considered as a bad behavior at meal in many other countries
Japan’s rest areas are more than just gas stations and bathrooms. Many offer an extensive assortment of local foods, souvenirs and more.
As chopsticks have a 3,000-year history, various customs and traditions surround their use, and the following are some no-nos of chopsticks.
Eisai, a famous Buddhist monk who was a driving force to introducing tea from China to Japan in the late 12th century, said “Tea is a magic bullet.”