Japanese cuisine

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Japanese cuisine with our delectable food and drink blog. From sushi to sake, uncover the secrets behind Japan’s culinary delights. Learn about authentic recipes, dining etiquette, and the art of tea ceremony. Embark on a gastronomic journey through the diverse tastes of Japan!

  • How To Drink Umeshu

    How To Drink Umeshu

    In the past, it was mainly used as medicine for sore throats, but the relaxation of liquor laws allowed more people to start brewing it at home. 

  • What Does Mugwort Tea Taste Like?

    What Does Mugwort Tea Taste Like?

    Mugwort tea has an earthy herb-like taste that is slightly bitter. However, when you brew it, it gives off a crisp herb fragrance due to the essential oils in the plant.

  • 9 Japanese Bread Types to Enjoy

    9 Japanese Bread Types to Enjoy

    Bread in Japan started being popular in the 19th Century. Today, you will find bakeries almost everywhere you go- in residential areas, department stores, and even train stations.

  • How To Make Mugwort Tea

    How To Make Mugwort Tea

    Traditional herbalists used mugwort to make a tea that treated various ailments for centuries. Today, the practice is still part of Japan’s tea-drinking culture.

  • 9 Japanese Fanta Flavors to Try

    9 Japanese Fanta Flavors to Try

    Besides Coke, Fanta is arguably the most popular brand produced by the Coca-Cola Company. It features different fruit-flavored carbonated soft drinks, including the iconic Fanta Orange variant.

  • Why Does Japanese Food Give Me Diarrhea?

    Why Does Japanese Food Give Me Diarrhea?

    Nobody wants to have to grace the throne after enjoying a delicious Japanese meal. Maybe if we can better understand the possible causes, we can avoid that explosive diarrhea we’ve all experienced after a taste of Japan!

  • Wakame Vs Kombu Compared

    Wakame Vs Kombu Compared

    Since they are both seaweeds, wakame and kombu have a couple of similarities. For instance, they both belong to the brown algae family, and they both have healing abilities.

  • Can You Eat the Plums in Choya?

    Can You Eat the Plums in Choya?

    Choya, also called Umeshu, is a traditional Japanese liqueur made using ume fruit. Unlike other flavored alcoholic beverages that comprise the drink, it contains actual fruit inside the bottle.

  • How To Make Hojicha Latte

    How To Make Hojicha Latte

    Coffee lovers will appreciate the smooth, rich flavorful lightness packed in a hojicha latte. It is the perfect Japanese all-day any-weather drink that one can enjoy piping hot or ice cold. 

  • Can You Use Yakisoba Noodles for Ramen?

    Can You Use Yakisoba Noodles for Ramen?

    You can use yakisoba noodles for ramen. Cooked properly, yakisoba noodles can produce a nice dish of ramen soup. There are also other types of noodles that can be used to prepare ramen.

  • Yakisoba vs Chow Mein Compared – What’s the Difference?

    Yakisoba vs Chow Mein Compared – What’s the Difference?

    If you’re looking for a hearty dish that will fill you up without breaking the bank, you can’t go wrong with yakisoba or chow mein. In this article, we’ll take a side-by-side look at these two dishes, explore their differences, and share recipes for each so you can try them out for yourself!