Dango is a small, ball-shaped sweet treat, often skewered with a bamboo stick. They are sweet Japanese rice dumplings that have a chewy texture.
People in Japan revere fruit for its beauty, quality, and significance. Fruit mochi combines soft and chewy glutinous rice mochi with seasonal fruits like strawberries, mangoes, and peaches.
Japan is home to various types of tea, especially matcha (green tea). But did you know that Japan has a significant coffee culture too? Let’s explore Japanese coffee culture through their style of coffee shops, the kissaten.
Imomochi, or potato rice cake, is a distinctive treat from Hokkaido- Japan’s northernmost island. Unlike traditional mochi made from rice, imomochi hits a difference by using Hokkaido’s prized potatoes as its main ingredient.
People prepare tempura by lightly battering seafood or vegetables in flour and then deep frying them in oil and fat. Typically, the batter consists of flour, egg, and water. However, different regions have their ways of making the batter.
The black kimono plays an essential role in Japanese society. In modern Japan, people mostly wear them for formal occasions. Historically, black dye was difficult to both produce and obtain.
Explore the rich tapestry of spring in Japan and go on a food adventure that will make you feel alive, from the delicate beauty of the cherry blossoms in Shizuoka to tasty treats like strawberry daifuku.
As spring paints the landscape of Japan in vibrant hues of pink, locals indulge in a centuries-old tradition of preserving these delicate flowers!
Among the many sustainable delights that Japan has to offer, Japanese sweet potatoes hold a special place. Take a deep dive into the concept of food sustainability in Japan and explore how it is practiced.
Strawberries are a winter fruit in Japan instead of a summer fruit in the West. Because many farmers in Japan use unique agricultural techniques , Japanese strawberries are very popular year-round!
Gunma Prefecture is known for its hearty cuisine. Here is the best Kanto food to try as you explore the area for a taste of life in Gunma!
Japan is a sweet rice cake paradise, ranging from lovely daifuku mochi (sweet sticky rice cake) to crispy senbei (dry rice cake). Uiro is one of the oldest mochi cakes with a unique shape and flavor.
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