Kyushu is a region blessed with a warm climate, located at the southwestern tip of the Japanese archipelago. Comprising the seven prefectures of Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, and ...

Yakisoba bread, known as yakisoba pan (焼きそばパン) in Japanese, is one of Japan’s most famous and beloved street foods. It takes the savory, complex flavors of stir-fried noodles and combines them with ...

Journey through central Japan's diverse food culture. Taste Gifu's hooba miso, Toyama's black ramen, and traditional ...

Unbaked cheesecake, known in Japan as Rea Chīzukēki (Rare Cheesecake), is the ultimate smooth, chilled dessert. It provides a creamy texture without ever needing an oven, making it quick and ...

This article gives you the basics of Hooba Sushi, a traditional Japanese food known for its natural leaf wrapper. The use of a large, fragrant leaf makes this seasonal meal different from everyday ...

Garigari-kun (ガリガリå›, literally “Mr. Crunchy“) is the name of an ice pop brand and its mastcot, manufactured and sold by Akagi Nyugyo based in Fukaya. This is Akagi Nyugyo’s signature product ...

You know that red stuff that comes with Japanese curry? That’s Fukujin zuke. It’s a sweet and salty pickle that’s crunchy and adds a nice pop of color and flavor to the rich curry and soft rice. Even ...

Nata duke (also spelled natazuke) is a traditional Japanese pickle that comes from Akita Prefecture in northern Japan. People in the region have enjoyed this dish for generations. They make it by ...

Looking for a Japanese curry dish that blends rich flavors with local history? Aigake Jindai Curry Rice offers a delicious and meaningful dining experience that reflects the heritage of Akita ...

This article is about Edo Ama Miso (江戸甘みそ), a sweet soybean paste with a long history in Tokyo’s cooking. Unlike the saltier misos common in Japan today, this unique paste was a special, often fancy, ...