Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
Unlike Buddhism with Otera (お寺) temples, Shinto (神道) is the native religion of Japan that doesn’t have either scriptures or teachings or even any founders. Instead, Shinto has a religious culture based on polytheism,...
Today, I purchased a bowl of instant ramen at a nearby drugstore and enjoyed it at lunch. What I ate just now is the cup ramen shown below named Sendai Kara-Miso Ramen/仙台辛味噌ラーメン from Yamadai’s...
When I think of a spice condiment that represents Japan, what comes to my mind right away is Shichimi Togarashi (七味唐辛子). The Japanese chili pepper mix is an essential condiment for udon and soba...
The summer is approaching day by day. Now here in Niigata, Japan, the temperature is going up to 27 degrees Celsius, and the time to enjoy Japanese summer traditions is almost coming, which include fireworks....
As you know, ramen, together with udon and soba, is one of the noodle dishes that represent Japan. As for the flavor, Shoyu (soy sauce), Miso, Shio (salt), and Tonkotsu (pork bone) are basics. The...
Several types of Wagashi (traditional Japanese confections) use kudzu (arrowroot) starch as the main ingredient, and as I wrote before, Kuzukiri (葛きり) is among them. Kuzukiri Noodles with Kuromitsu Syrup Kuzukiri is almost tasteless, so when...
Ramen (ラーメン) is quintessential Japanese comfort food that has become popular not only in Japan but also in many countries around the world. As for its variety, many regions of Japan have their local...
I live in Niigata adjacent to Nagano Prefecture, and some groceries in my city carry specialties of Nagano. The other day when I went shopping at a supermarket near my house, I came across...
