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Japanese Chukaman Types 0

Chukaman: Types of Japanese Winter Steamed Buns

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...

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Tempura vs. Katsu vs. Furai: Agemono Dishes

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...

Koyo or Momiji or Kaede 0

Koyo vs. Momiji vs. Kaede Fall Leaves

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...