Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
When it comes to buckwheat noodles that are served cold or chilled, there are three major types in Japan, which are “Zaru Soba (ざるそば)”, “Mori Soba (もりそば)”, and “Seiro Soba (せいろそば)”. You may have heard...
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...
When it comes to food that emits a stench, the Swedish dish of fermented herring, Surstromming, is infamous as the world’s No.1 stinkiest food. In Japan, the Alabaster unit (Au) can quantify bad smells...
Do you know traditional Japanese rice crackers are broadly classified into three types? The three varieties widely enjoyed in Japan are Senbei (煎餅), Okaki (おかき), and Arare (あられ). Senbei vs. Okaki vs. Arare Senbei,...
A traditional festival for girls called Hina Matsuri (ひな祭り) is just around the corner here in Japan. The event, also known as Momo no Sekku (桃の節句: literally, Peach Festival), annually falls on March 3. Hinamatsuri often...
The cherry blossom Sakura (桜) season is just around the corner here in Japan. When people think of sweets for the Japanese tradition of viewing cherry blossoms, Hanami (花見), many will picture Dango (団子) rice dumplings....
Have you ever heard there are five types of Onsen (温泉) hot springs in Japan defined based on pH values by Japan’s Ministry of Environment? For those who don’t know about this, they are...
Introduced in 1971, known as the world’s first instant cup ramen, Nissin Cup Noodle has been a long-time favorite in Japan and is now widely enjoyed in many countries. I have loved Nissin Cup...
