winter food
Bishunabe: A Hiroshima Legacy of Umami, Harmony and Culinary Traditions
In the embrace of winter, Japan transforms into a tapestry of flavors with Bishunabe at its heart—a culinary gem originating from the sake-brewing district of Saijo in Hiroshima. While people may know Hiroshima for its iconic okonomiyaki, tsukemen, and oysters, the city offers a plethora of […]
5 Delicious Instant Ramen Recommendations for Winter
We talked to FRANK, the amazing Ramen expert from 5amRamen about his knowledge and appreciation of all things RAMEN — including instant Ramen… we wanted to know the best versions out there to try! Here are his delicious recommendations. Is there anything better than instant ramen […]
Ise Ebi – A Reason to Celebrate!
Winter is here! That means it’s time for nabe (hot pot), oden, hot chocolate, and… Japanese spiny lobster? That’s right! Spiny lobster, known in Japan as Ise ebi, is a popular delicacy during the winter months in Japan. This crustacean gets its name from Ise, in […]
What to Look Forward to Finding in Japanese Supermarkets in Winter
Winter brings a lot of change as temperatures drop. Yet, regardless of whether the concept of winter spurs happiness or dread for you, the special food of the season is bound to give us all a reason to smile. We created a list of foods that […]
Zenzai: A Traditional Japanese Dessert Fit For Celebration
Getting its start as food fit for celebration, making its way to a post-holiday snack, and now warming up the bellies of the cold, zenzai and oshiruko are tasty and unique Japanese desserts that can be found just about anywhere during the winter season…
Yuzu cha, a Great Recipe to Beat the Cold Winter
A great way to enjoy Yuzu! One of the most popular preparations for this more-seed-than-fruit piece of lemony-orangey-grapefruity goodness is yuzu-cha. Think marmalade, but much simpler….
Popular Japanese Winter Sweets
Traditional sweets in japan reflect the seasons in both ingredients and appearance. Inspired by nature, these delicious and beautiful desserts are a must try when you visit in Japan.
From Spring to Winter – Fall in Love with Japan All Year Long
Have you ever fallen in love with a place on the first day you arrived? Well, Japan is one of those countries that you can easily fall in love with on your first trip, and I daresay that you can fall in love with the land of the rising sun not only once, but four times a year!
Popular Japanese Winter Sweets
Traditional sweets in japan reflect the seasons in both ingredients and appearance. Inspired by nature, these delicious and beautiful desserts are a must try when you visit in Japan.
‘Tis The Season To Eat Nabe
As chilly winter hits and the temperature drops below zero, fellow visitors to Japan are probably wondering where to get a nice hot meal - and what to choose for the optimal flavor + warming factor…