Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
As you know, “Sake (酒)” is a quintessential Japanese alcoholic beverage that is widely enjoyed in many countries around the world, and in Japan, it’s said that there are over 1,400 sake breweries and...
Known as the world’s first instant cup ramen, Nissin Cup Noodle (Soy Sauce flavor) hit the shelves in 1971 and is widely enjoyed in many countries today. It comes in numerous flavors that differ by...
Ikura (いくら) is a popular sushi topping made of mature salmon roe or trout roe, which comes in individual-shaped spherical balls, typically pickled in soy sauce. And as you may know, Sujiko (筋子) is similar to it,...
Annually, from around September through the winter, Chinese-style steamed buns called Chukaman (中華まん) are sold at each convenience store chain in Japan. Those buns are heated and kept hot in a food warmer showcase...
As for Japanese noodle soups, Ramen, Udon, and Soba are not just our comfort foods, but in recent years, they have gained popularity in many countries. People who have tried or experienced those noodle...
Agemono (揚げ物), literally meaning deep-fried thing in Japanese, is the generic name for deep-fried foods, such as Tempura (天ぷら), Karaage (唐揚げ), Kakiage (かき揚げ), Katsu (カツ), and Furai (フライ). Many overseas people may have heard...
When it comes to Japanese pancake filled with sweet “Anko (あんこ)” red bean paste, “Dorayaki (どら焼き)” is famous in many countries because it is Doraemon’s yummy buns. In addition to Dorayaki, there are another...
Autumn foliage is at its best from November to early December in Kyoto, Japan’s most popular Koyo viewing spot. The fall leaves with red and yellow colors are referred to as Koyo in Japanese, and...
