Yuzu vs Sudachi vs Kabosu: Japanese Citrus Fruit
When it comes to citrus fruit used in Japanese cooking, what comes to my mind right away is “Yuzu (ユズ)”, “Sudachi (スダチ)”, and “Kabosu (カボス)”. Among them, I think Yuzu is the best-known, but...
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How to Enjoy Nagatanien Ochazuke Nori Rice Seasoning
Steamed plain rice and Miso soup are the staple food of the Japanese, so a variety of condiments for rice are available at supermarkets in Japan. Among those, “Furikake (ふりかけ)” is especially popular and comes...
Shobuyu: Sweet Flag Bath for Boys’ Day on May 5
A few days ago, I posted an article about Kashiwa Mochi. “Kashiwa Mochi (柏餅)” is a traditional Japanese sweet for “Tango no Sekku (端午の節句)” or the Boys’ (Children’s) Day on May 5. Shobu Yu...
5 Basic Ways to Eat Tempura in Japan
Tempura is one of the most famous Japanese foods in the world and is made by coating one piece of ingredient with flour batter and deep-frying it in plenty of oil, and the typical...
The Best Way to Cold Brew Ryokucha Green Tea
It is well-known that Japanese “Ryokucha (緑茶: literally meaning Green Tea)” contains lots of components that are good for health, but have you ever heard about the health benefit of the cold-brewed Japanese green tea?...
Konpeito: 4 Recommended Ways to Use the Sugar Candy
Known as a traditional Japanese confection with about 400 years of history, “Konpeito (金平糖)” is a small colored sugar candy covered in bulges, especially featuring its beautiful appearance. Because of that, Konpeito is popular...
How to Choose Your Bento Box
Bento boxes that meet various types of needs have been increasing in recent years and many varieties are available on the internet nowadays. How to choose A Bento Box When you choose a bento lunch...
Yuzuyu: The Japanese Yuzu Citrus Bath on the Winter Solstice
When it comes to Japanese winter traditions, annually on the winter solstice, we have a traditional custom of soaking in a bath floating a lot of citrus fruit in the hot water. Yuzuyu (柚子湯)...
