The famous Land of the Rising Sun is known for so many things, it’s hard to even mention them all: culture, history, pop culture, manga, anime, cosplay, sights, architecture...the list could go on...
Japan is divided into eight major regions with a total of forty-seven prefectures, from the Okinawa islands in the southwest to Tokyo in the east and Hokkaido in the north, each unique in their customs, sights, and food cultures.
There is something very comforting about sitting around a bubbling hot pot with friends and family. Often rich with a variety of vegetables, hot pots are also very nourishing.
I convinced my Mother to let me go to Japan by myself when I was 15 because I told her, “Mom,I can use chopsticks and love Japanese food!” What a brave woman!
Nabe is the perfect dish to do at home with your family. It is a quick and easy one-pot hot meal and it's fun. A wide range of ingredients can be used in nabe.
