Hakata ramen is world famous, but how did it come to be and what makes it so special?
For many people, the words ‘Japanese pudding’ make them think of Mt. Fuji-shaped yellow pudding topped with a caramel sauce. However, Japanese milk pudding is just as delicious with a simpler and lighter taste. It is a dessert that visitors fall in love with, and Japanese people living abroad often miss.
Japan has a history of putting their unique and delicious spin on different foods. After Chinese ramen (wheat noodles) was introduced between the late 1800s to early 1900s, the popular noodle dish was quickly adapted to the Japanese flavor palette and became its own style of noodle with many types, including Kyushu ramen.
We’re sure you’re aware of the popular Japanese pudding, or ‘purin’, a crème caramel type set dessert, but have you heard of tofu pudding?
For generations, Mount Fuji has motivated restaurants & snack makers in Japan to create delicious things inspired by the volcano.
Every year, Japan goes into Kyoho grape pandemonium and the fruit appears in everything from parfaits, to puddings, to drinks.
With a name meaning “mountain pear”, Yamanashi quite clearly has strong associations with fruit cultivation.
With a view of Mt. Fuji, the vivid green rows of tea leaves of Makinohara are about as picturesque as it gets.
Coffee versus matcha has been a big question for a long time. In fact, it has been a matter of debate among exerts in the field of nutritional science too.
Japan comes alive in summer with spectacular matsuri. Take our quiz to see how much you know about Japan’s festival culture.
It’s a staple festival treat decorated with eye-catching designs & colors. But where did it come from?
Food stalls (yatai) are a joy of Tokyo summer, where there is always something delicious to try.
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