Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
Domo (どうも) is a convenient Japanese phrase with various meanings, commonly used when greeting, appreciating, or apologizing. You can hear the word in everyday life in Japan, both alone and with others, such as...
“Tofu (豆腐)” is a processed soy food, known as soybean curd, widely seen in East and Southeast Asia such as China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The word “豆腐” is said...
Steamed plain rice and miso soup are the staples of the Japanese diet, so a wide range of condiments for rice are available at supermarkets in Japan. Among those, “Furikake (ふりかけ)” is especially popular...
The summer season is nearly upon us. It is getting hotter day by day here in Niigata, and the hotter it gets, the more chilled foods and icy beverages attract me. Many adults will...
A few days ago, I posted an article about Kashiwa Mochi, a traditional Japanese sweet for “Tango no Sekku (端午の節句)” or the Boys’ (Children’s) Day on May 5. Shobuyu (菖蒲湯) The day May 5...
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,...
Japanese Ryokucha (緑茶: meaning Green Tea) contains many components good for health. But have you ever heard about the health benefit of that cold-brewed green tea? Cold-Brewed Ryokucha Green Tea Cold-brewed Ryokucha also brings positive...
“Konpeito (金平糖)” is a traditional Japanese confection or Wagashi with about 400 years of history. It is a small colored sugar candy covered with tiny bulges. Because of its beautiful appearance, Konpeito isn’t only popular...
