japanese cuisine

Hello, my name is Ray. I am a food tour guide at Arigato Travel in Japan. I recently visited the Washoku: Nature and Culture in Japanese Cuisine 2023-2024 exhibition, a special event that showcases the nature and culture of Japanese cuisine. I was amazed by the […]

Pickles are indispensable in Japanese cuisine with their colorful appearance and different flavors and are formed with a unique style from the centuries-old knowledge. They are a part of an inseparable trio with miso soup and rice. Japanese pickles are prepared by salting, vinegar, and fermenting […]

It is believed that shiso leaves migrated to Japan in the eighth century from China. This herb was first used as lamp oil by crushing the leaves. However, with time the tradition died as there were other sources of oil and it was later discovered to […]

For a thousand years, the process of fermentation has been present in all civilizations, in order to preserve food for winter, make delicious varieties of snacks, and to create different types of drinks (like wine and beer). In Japan, fermentation touched and shaped many areas changing […]

For many people who have a keen interest in Japan, one of the underlying factors of said interest is their infatuation with Japanese cuisine. Japanese cuisine has gained exponential popularity over the years due to its wide variety, deep tradition and equally rich flavours. However, despite […]

Known for its stunning mountain scenery, amazing winter sports, and the famous hot spring loving snow monkeys, is Nagano Prefecture (長野県). Located in the middle of Honshu, Nagano is the largest landlocked prefecture in Japan, bordering 8 other prefectures. Nagano City is the capital city, with […]

Teppanyaki (鉄板焼き) is a highly popular Japanese cuisine that aims to both feed and entertain its customers. The name itself is derived from the words “teppan” (鉄板; iron plate) and “yaki” (焼き; grilled, boiled, or pan-fried), giving it a literal meaning of “grilled on an iron […]

One of the best things about traveling to Japan is the local food. The wide variety of Japanese dishes and their use of healthy ingredients make it a unique cuisine. The most famous Japanese dish is sushi, but there are many more delicious foods to offer-so […]

Thank you for your time today! I’m excited for myself and our readers to learn more about Hikari Miso! I personally love Miso, but it tends to surprise people when I tell them that Miso Soup is one of my favorite foods. I can definitely appreciate […]

The town of Saijo in Hiroshima is home to eight Sake breweries and is where much of the sought-after soft water is sourced along with other locally produced ingredients. The winter weather experienced in Saijo also makes it an ideal site for Sake brewing…