Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
Have you ever tried Natto? As you know, Natto (納豆) is a superfood made from soybeans fermented with Natto bacteria. But since the fermented beans have a peculiar smell and a slimy consistency, many...
Have you ever heard of the traditional Japanese vinegar sauce called Sanbaizu (三杯酢)? Today I will talk about it for those who don’t know but want to find out what it is. Sanbaizu (三杯酢)...
The fermented, aged soybean paste, miso (味噌), is one of the essential seasonings to us because, as you know, rice and miso soup are the staples of the Japanese diet. But do you know...
Tempura is one of the best-recognized Japanese foods. It is made from one piece of food material covered with flour batter, deep-fried in plenty of oil. And the typical ingredients prepared are seafood, vegetables,...
Have you ever sprinkled “Furikake (ふりかけ)” on rice? For the unfamiliar, it is a traditional Japanese seasoning consisting of dry mini flakes/granules processed from ingredients such as meat, seafood, seaweed, and eggs. Furikake has a...
As you know, there are few Japanese that don’t like ramen noodles. As for me, every time I go shopping at a drugstore or supermarket near my house, I am sure to head to the...
Shichimi Togarashi (七味唐辛子) or Shichimi (七味) is a traditional Japanese seasoning consisting of ground red chili pepper and six other aromatic spices that vary depending on the maker. The seven-spice blend is an essential...
As with shoyu or soy sauce, miso (fermented soybean paste) is a seasoning of Japanese origin. As you know, Japanese people use it in a wide range of dishes, including miso soup, ramen, and...
