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“Sea” For Yourself! Japan’s Best Fishy Dishes For Spring

Mar 5, 2025
BY Madhuri Nagaraja

When it comes to culinary feasts, Japan is well versed in the subject, whether it be for their desserts, taiyaki for example, or their world-renowned sushi. But what do those two have in common, you may ask? Well, both culinary dishes are inspired by seafood, the […]

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The Unique Story Behind Restaurant SOWER

Jan 2, 2025
BY Tim Brons

Located on the shore of Lake Biwa, Restaurant SOWER is the place to go for an amazing dinner. Their seasonally changing menu is always delicious, as their ingredients are locally sourced from the region. Every staff member is dedicated to making sure that all guests have […]

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Japan’s Favorite Autumnal Seafood

Sep 28, 2024
BY Madhuri Nagaraja

For many, Autumn would be considered an ideal season. After all, it doesn’t get as cold and chilly as it does during winter, and all the heat from summer has finally begun to ease. Those who have traveled to Japan during July-August must know what I […]

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THE HIROSHIMA BRAND: MUST-TRY FAMOUS FOODS

Sep 18, 2024
BY Chisato Takahashi

In this blog, I will introduce some of the special foods of Hiroshima Prefecture, which has overcome the tragedy of the nuclear bombing and has since come to inherit the technological industries of the next generation, along with its beautiful nature and rich culture. This prefecture […]

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NAGOYA KISHIMEN: TASTY RECIPES WITH A JAPANESE TOUCH

Aug 20, 2024
BY Chisato Takahashi

Aichi Prefecture has a local gourmet called “kishimen,” which has been beloved in the region since ancient times. Unlike Japan's famous ramen or soba, kishimen refers to wide and flat noodles that are thinner than udon noodles and have been cherished in Aichi. This post will […]

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Summer Seafood in Japan: A Delicious Look into Japan’s Fishy Cuisine!

Aug 7, 2024
BY Mythi Tran

As summer heats up in Japan, seafood lovers are in for a treat. From Tokyo's busy markets to Hokkaido's charming fishing towns, there's an amazing variety of ocean goodies to enjoy. Fish like sweetfish, tiger prawns, and eel, along with uni, are stars of the season. […]

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SHINMAI: IT’S TIME TO SAVOR NEWLY HARVESTED RICE

Nov 26, 2023
BY Chisato Takahashi

In Japan, every autumn, “Shinmai” (newly harvested rice) is sold, making it the season when rice is the most delicious and popular. However, do you know when exactly rice can be called Shinmai? In this blog, I will introduce the definition of new rice, its harvest […]

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Halloween 2023: Huge Round-up of Spooky Snacks and Treats from Japan

Oct 17, 2023
BY Amna Bibi

Halloween, celebrated on October 31st of each year, is the only holiday where you can dress up like a monster, have fun carving pumpkins, and celebrate the spooky season. Halloween foods are a big part of the holiday, and there are many different traditional and regional […]

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Japanese Sweet Potato – A Delightful Staple to Enjoy During Autumn in Japan!

Oct 14, 2023
BY Shalini Sookoo

As summer ends and fall begins to settle in, a delicious aroma can be found drifting in the air. Sweet with a chestnut-like flavour, Japanese sweet potatoes (satsuma-imo) are harvested at this time of the year. As a staple of autumn, it is not only a […]

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5 Things to Eat in Ibaraki

Sep 25, 2023
BY Aika Nakamura

Ibaraki, located northeast of Tokyo, is filled with abundant nature and is home to some famous Japanese staples, such as natto (fermented soybeans), chestnuts, and melons. Mostly known for its gardens, Ibaraki is blessed with fertile land and abundant waters that allows this prefecture to offer […]

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