Seijin vs Otona: Japanese Words for Adults
Today, January 13, is a Japanese national holiday called “Seijin no Hi (成人の日: Coming of Age Day)”, when the coming of age ceremony called “Seijin Shiki (成人式)” takes place around the country. In Japan,...
Category: Trivia
Menma vs. Shinachiku: Bamboo Shoots for Ramen
When it comes to the topping or garnish for soy sauce-based Shoyu ramen, basics are roast pork slices Char-siu (チャーシュー), white fish cake with a pink spiral pattern Naruto (ナルト), and processed (seasoned) bamboo...
What is Toshiake Udon?
Have you ever heard of “Toshiake Udon (年明けうどん: meaning New Year’s Udon)”? I knew about the dish for the first time today when researching udon on Wikipedia. Toshiake Udon (年明けうどん) According to the article...
What are Sengyo Sushi (鮮魚寿司) & Katsugyo (活魚)?
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,...
Udon vs. Yaki Udon vs. Yaki Soba: What’s the Difference?
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,...
Amazake vs Sake: What is the Difference?
When winter comes, hot beverages are sold in vending machines in Japan, from which you can buy a variety of heated drinks, including canned coffee, PET bottles of green tea, and even canned soups....
Cha Soba vs. Soba: What is the Difference?
As you know, Soba (蕎麦), also known as Nihon Soba (日本蕎麦), is a traditional Japanese noodle made of buckwheat flour, which, based on the color, can be divided into three types. Sarashina Soba is...
Wagyu Steak vs. Wafu Steak: What is the Difference?
When I eat out, in many cases, I go to one of my favorite ramen shops, sometimes to a Japanese or Chinese restaurant. And our family seldom eats steak at home, so I have...
