Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
When it comes to Japanese chocolate brands, Morinaga Milk Chocolate and Meiji Milk Chocolate have a long history, and in terms of recognition, there is nothing better than these. Morinaga Milk Chocolate vs. Meiji...
The traditional Japanese bread crumb “Panko (パン粉)” is an essential part of Japanese “Katsu (カツ)“dishes and, in recent years, has gained popularity in many countries. Nama Panko (生パン粉) Panko actually comes in 2 different...
Have you ever heard of Sengyo Sushi (鮮魚寿司)? For the unfamiliar, Sengyo Sushi generally refers to Nigiri-Zushi consisting of vinegared rice or Shari (しゃり) topped with a slice of Sengyo. In addition to Sengyo,...
As you may know, “Takuan (たくあん or 沢庵)” is yellow pickled Daikon radish commonly eaten in Japan. The Japanese pickle is said to have been created by a Zen Buddhist named “Takuan Souhou (沢庵 宗彭)”...
As Katsu (カツ) is the Japanese word for cutlet, the food is deep-fried in plenty of oil, featuring its crispy brown Panko breadcrumb covering. The main ingredient of the Japanese cutlet is usually pork,...
Cooked by stir-frying wheat noodles, pork belly, and vegetables together in a frying pan, Yakisoba (焼きそば) is one of Japan’s favorite foods. Here, the dish is available in various varieties of instant noodles, and today, I...
“Manju (饅頭)” is a traditional Japanese confection or wagashi. It is a steamed bun filled with sweet Azuki red bean paste called “Anko (餡子)”. Manju comes in many varieties, and the dough can be made...
The traditional Japanese noodle made from wheat flour, Udon (うどん/饂飩), is a staple food in Japan. And in recent years, the noodle dish has gained wide popularity in many countries. As you may already know,...
