Calbee Miino: My Recent Favorite Veggie Snack
When it comes to Japanese veggie snacks, while I have loved Tohato Beano for a long time, Calbee Miino is my recent favorite. As I wrote in the previous post, the former is made...
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Tohato Beano: Best Japanese Green Pea Snack Crisps
Tohato Beano almost always hits the spot when I crave snack crisps with different savoriness and texture than potato chips. It is a Japanese green pea snack that’s been around since 1991, and I...
Kanro Marosh: Gummy-like Soft Chewy Marshmallow Candy
The majority of convenience stores in Japan have the gummy candy section near the checkout counter, and since a while ago, I have been curious about a product I’ve never tried. And yesterday, I...
Sanshoku Dango: Meanings of the 3 Colors of the Dumplings
“Dango (団子)” is a dumpling typically made from Joshinko flour (made from non-glutinous rice called Uruchi-Mai) kneaded with water, shaped into balls, and steamed or boiled. The prepared dumplings are skewered on a bamboo...
Sasa Kamaboko: Fish Cake Shaped Like Bamboo Leaf
Kamaboko is a traditional Japanese food with a long history whose origin can be traced back to the description of 1115 in the document “類聚雑要抄 (Ruiju-Zoyosho). The food is a variety of Nerimono made...
Why Sushi Rice is Called Shari
Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish that is as well-recognized as ramen. It comes in various forms and styles, but the key ingredients are vinegared rice called “sumeshi (酢飯)” and sliced raw fish called...
Natto: How Much Should You Eat Daily?
Natto is a superfood originating from Japan, made from fermented soybeans. The food is packed with plenty of nutrients and has been gaining popularity for its health benefits. But do you know how much...
Nissin Cup Noodle Garlic Cheese Fondue Flavor
In Japan’s market, Nissin occasionally introduces a unique flavor of Cup Noodle combined with something appealing that you wouldn’t see in the actual ramen bowl. Chances are you haven’t heard of instant ramen using...
