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28 Varieties of Sushi You Have to Try!

One of the more popular sushi forms found in Japan is the nigiri, which is a simple pressed rectangle of rice (shari) topped with a piece of fish or other ingredient (neta).
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VIDEO| Speakin’ Japanese: Give this new online trend a try

Now that we’re staying at home and practicing social distancing, other social practices have had to be readjusted.
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VIDEO| Making Okinawan doughnuts very simple!

Looking for an idea on how to surprise your mom on Mother’s Day?
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VIDEO| Japanese convenience stores are extremely convenient

Located throughout Japan, convenience stores sell virtually everything you need in daily life.
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A look at 10 Japanese veggies and how they are used

Often overlooked, Japanese vegetables are every bit as important to Japanese food culture as seafood and meat. Japan uses an abundance of root vegetables, leafy greens, and many others in its cuisine.
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The joys of Japanese clay pot cooking at home

Weeks after finding out our next assignment would be Camp Zama, Japan, and shortly before our arrival in the Land of the Rising Sun, I happened upon a cookbook co-authored by Naoko Takei Moore and Kyle Connaughton.
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My Faves: 5 Instant Noodles you have to try in Japan

Ever since I started working from home about a month ago, instant noodles have become my go-to for a quick bite.
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Let's cook up some dishes that include Okinawa's signature seaweed

Mozuku is a type of seaweed characterized by its unique viscous texture and the presence of fucoidan, which is gentle to the stomach. Characterized by its thickness and pleasing texture, Okinawan mozuku (a type of stringy seaweed) is widely popular in mainland Japan. While Okinawan mozuku is cooked in various ways, it can also be enjoyed raw.
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Backyard Living: Perfecting your next ribeye steak

Besides a great looking lawn, nothing showcases the backyard quite like a cookout. But anything worth doing is worth doing right.
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There's nothing dumb about Tokyo's tasty DUMBO Doughnuts and Coffee

I won’t call myself a doughnut connoisseur, but I’m definitely an enthusiast. I LOVE doughnuts. All confections really.
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Okinawa's brown sugar a sweet addition to any dish

Okinawan brown sugar, made from sugarcane grown in fields blessed with strong southern-island sunlight and minerals delivered by the ocean spray, is very rich in flavor.
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Convenience stores a tasty get-it-and-go option in Japan

Located throughout Japan, convenience stores sell virtually everything you need in daily life.
Undoubtedly you’ve seen the many stores, or maybe used one to pay your bills, receive an Amazon shipment or withdraw cash at an ATM.
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VIDEO| A sailor's tasty tour of Japan

Have you ever thought about a tour in Japan? On the fence about a set of orders to the Far East? In this video, one NAF Atsugi Sailor recounts his journey to the land of the rising sun and his passion for its cuisine.
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All You Need to Know About Kimchi

If you’d like to learn more about how it has changed over the years from one simple dish to having over 200 varieties, plan a trip here!
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13 curious things you never knew about Japanese wasabi!

Love it or hate it, wasabi is one of the more well-known condiments served with Japanese cooking, most commonly served with sushi.
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15 healthy snacks to eat before or after you workout

Eating a well-balanced snack before and after you exercise is essential for repairing sore muscles. Your body needs healthy fats, carbs and proteins to help break down your hard-worked muscle tissue and give you your energy back.