How to Make Hiyashi Chuka with Instant Cup Ramen
Now, at the peak of summer, chilled ramen has become one of my favorite food choices. Speaking of Japanese cold ramen perfect for summer, what comes to my mind right away is Tsukemen (つけ麺)...
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Kuki Wakame: Seaweed Snack using the Stem of Wakame
Seaweed is an essential part of Japanese cuisine. And when I think of such things, what comes to mind right away is Kombu (昆布), Mozuku (もずく), and Wakame (わかめ), for each is often used...
Ohagi and Botamochi are the Same Things or Different?
Centering on the spring and autumn equinoxes, Ohigan (お彼岸) takes place in Japan. It is a traditional Buddhist event only held by the Japanese sects, during which we visit the graves of family and relatives...
Marumiya Noritama: Various Ways to Use Furikake Seasoning
Today for lunch, I had the instant yaki-udon pictured below, which was a limited-time offer from the leading Japanese instant noodle manufacturer “Myojo (明星)”. Myojo actually created this instant yaki-udon noodle in collaboration with...
Kasugai Tsubu Gummy: 5 Flavors of Colorful Fruit Gummies
Fruit gummies are one of my favorite candy genres, and among others, I love UHA Mikakuto Kororo Gummy. Nonetheless, I’m fond of trying various things. So if something attracts my interest, I will grab it....
Lotte Yukimi Daifuku: Best Japanese Mochi Ice Cream
Made with Mochi (餅) rice cake, Daifuku (大福) or Daifuku Mochi is one of the most loved Wagashi sweets. It is a small, round confection consisting of Anko (餡子) sweet red bean paste wrapped in a...
8 Best Japanese Rice Crackers You Should Try
As you know, rice is the staple of the Japanese diet. Not only do we have steamed plain rice at meals almost every day, but if you have a chance to go to grocery...
Surume Somen: A Classic Squid Snack like Thin Noodles
When Japanese people think of the noodle dish that is perfect for summer, many will bring to mind “Somen (素麺)”. Somen is a thin white noodle made of wheat flour, usually served chilled. Somen Noodles In...
