Kyushu Ramen: An Island’s Impact on Ramen
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.
Japanese Tofu Pudding And How to Make Your Own
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?
5 Amazing Fuji Shaped Foods
For generations, Mount Fuji has motivated restaurants & snack makers in Japan to create delicious things inspired by the volcano.
What are Japan’s Star-Shaped Kyoho Grapes?
Every year, Japan goes into Kyoho grape pandemonium and the fruit appears in everything from parfaits, to puddings, to drinks.
Top 5 Fruits from Yamanashi
With a name meaning “mountain pear”, Yamanashi quite clearly has strong associations with fruit cultivation.
Makinohara: The Largest Tea Estate in Asia
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: Which is More Effective and Why?
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.
Japanese Festival Trivia: Test Your Knowledge With Our Quiz!
Japan comes alive in summer with spectacular matsuri. Take our quiz to see how much you know about Japan’s festival culture.
Japan’s Choco Banana Manju: Origins & How-To
It’s a staple festival treat decorated with eye-catching designs & colors. But where did it come from?
Our Top 5 Traditional Japanese Festival Foods
Food stalls (yatai) are a joy of Tokyo summer, where there is always something delicious to try.
Momiji Manju: Japan’s Amazing Maple Leaf Sweets!
These traditional Japanese sweets are a local specialty which were developed on the island itself. With red bean filling, they are in the same family as snacks like taiyaki or dorayaki. However, with a cake-like texture and an adorable leaf design, momiji manju are a must-try if you visit Hiroshima.
Okinawa’s Shikuwasa Citrus: Benefits of The Japanese Fruit
Shikuwasa limes, also called citrus depressa, are a citrus fruit grown on the island of Okinawa and one of the island prefecture’s must-try foods.