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All About Japan's Iced Desserts and Trendy Places to Try Them!
Japan is a country with an infinite amount of creativity when it comes to desserts. With its hot summers and wealth of unique flavors to play with, it's no wonder there are so many delicious types of iced desserts to choose from. In this article, we'll introduce some of Japan’s best iced desserts, and help you find your way to some of the most trendy places to try them yourself!
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A Complete Guide to Yakitori in Japan
Whether at a summer festival, late night convenience store, or stylish wine bar, yakitori is a beloved staple all over Japan. But just what is this dish? Quintessential yakitori is made with bite-sized pieces of chicken that are cooked on a bamboo skewer over a charcoal grill. As humble as it is on its face, yakitori has a culture all of its own in Japan, with many restaurants dedicated to this seemingly simple dish. From the surprising variety available to just how to order yakitori, this article will cover all you need to know to really enjoy yakitori in Japan.
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Why Unagi Is One of the Foods Everyone Should Try When in Japan! 5 Recommended Unagi Restaurants in Tokyo
You might be surprised to find out that unagi (freshwater eels) have been prized as a healthy and luxurious food in Japan for hundreds of years. This article will explore the culture behind unagi, introduce the delicious ways that it is prepared, and offer suggestions for some fantastic restaurants where it can be enjoyed in Tokyo.
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A Complete Guide to Japan's Unique Green Tea Cuisine
Have you ever tried Japanese green tea? Whether it is the freshly aromatic ryokucha or the slightly bitter matcha, Japanese green tea has a lot of fans all over the world. With its rise to fame in recent years, Japanese green tea has evolved from merely a beverage into a delicacy bringing new flavors to the table. This article introduces the history and common types of Japanese green tea, as well as special green tea dishes that have been gaining popularity lately.
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A Guide to Monjayaki: From the Recipe and Ingredients to the Top Restaurants!
"Monjayaki" is a specialty loved by the working-class inhabitants of Tokyo since old times. At first glance, you'll be surprised by its unique appearance, but after a bite, you'll immediately fall in love with its flavor! This is a complete guide to monjayaki that will explain what it is, what it's made of, and how it's cooked! There is also a list of recommended monjayaki restaurants in Tokyo, so make sure to check that out, too!
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Besides Kobe Beef: 10 Must-Try Restaurants in Kobe
While Kobe is renowned worldwide for its Kobe beef, there are actually many other dishes in the city for you to try! Kobe's cuisine features countless dishes including sushi made with fresh ingredients from the Seto Inland Sea, the local specialty "akashiyaki", ramen, and more! This article will tell you all about 10 restaurants in Kobe you've just got to try!
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10 Recommended Lunches in Yokohama: From Pizza and Pasta to Tonkatsu and Sukiyaki
There are lots of restaurants in Yokohama, so it can be hard to decide what to eat when traveling there. The city is jam-packed with Chinese restaurants that even have Yokohama Chinatown’s foodies singing their praises, exquisite Italian joints known to those familiar with the Minatomirai area, as well as fascinating restaurants specializing in cuisines such as Japanese, Indian, Western, and French. Read on for 10 restaurants you should visit for lunch in the Yokohama area. Check them out if you get the chance.
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[Ginza, Tokyo] Experience a Japanese-style Yakiniku That Breaks the Rules of Classic Japanese BBQ
Wagyu beef is one of the first dishes most travelers want to try when they arrive in Japan. One of my favorite ways of eating wagyu beef has to be yakiniku, or Japanese barbecue. Read on to learn more about yakiniku and my experience at Japanese Yakiniku Hasegawa, a unique yakiniku restaurant that beautifully melds together traditional Japanese cuisine and wagyu yakiniku into their dishes!
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Yanesen: A Guide to Retro Tokyo Area and Great Japanese Restaurants to Enjoy
Forget about skyscrapers and neon lights! Instead, pay a visit to Yanesen, an area which is enjoying increasing popularity among those searching for some spectacular old Tokyo townscapes. This unchanged nook of Tokyo is home to centuries-old temples and long-established restaurants, which contribute to make the area even more atmospheric to locals and visitors alike. I’ve gathered some of the most stunning traditional spots in the region to visit, as well as excellent nearby traditional Japanese eats. Take a look at these suggestions and hop back in time while exploring the Yanesen area!
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The Charm and History of Japanese Curry, One of their National Dishes
What kind of curry do you like? Is it the traditional one with a blend of various spices, or Thai curry with coconut milk? This article will introduce the Japanese type – mildly flavored chicken curry with potatoes and carrots. It is known as one of Japan’s national dishes together with ramen, and is so popular among the locals that some would claim to even drink the curry sauce on its own! So what are the characteristics of this favorite food of the Japanese? Let's take a look!
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Japan's largest city, Tokyo, is the center of culinary culture in Japan. Countless Tokyo restaurants serve every kind of food imaginable and the Toyosu fish market keeps restaurants stocked with the nation's finest fish.
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Coastal areas, mountains and valleys surrounding Tokyo are bursting with tourist destinations, such as hot springs and ski slopes, where many unique foods are only available locally.
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Kyoto and Osaka Area
The cities of Kyoto and Osaka, together with their surrounding areas, have greatly influenced Japan's culinary culture since the 7th Century. The region is renowned for its entertainment, Kobe beef, and wide-ranging traditional dishes.
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Hokkaido Area
The island of Hokkaido is home to wide-ranging produce of the finest quality, such as rice, meat, vegetables, fish and fruit. Popular dishes from Hokkaido include robatayaki (food slowly roasted on skewers) and Sapporo miso ramen.
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Northern Honshu (Tohoku)
The northern end of Japan's main island, Honshu, is renowned for its seasonal fruit and vegetables, nation-leading harvest of fish (especially tuna from Ohma), and delicious beef from Yonezawa, Sendai and Yamagata.
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Central Honshu (Chubu)
Chubu is in the center of Japan's main island, Honshu, and its culinary culture reflects its position between Japan's western and eastern halves. Delicious Hida beef, world-famous Mount Fuji and many acclaimed sake breweries are in Chubu.
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Western Honshu (Chugoku)
Chugoku, on the southwest of Japan's main island, is rich with diverse produce. Many of its products are praised as Japan's best, including Matsuba crabs from Tottori and oysters from Hiroshima. Its pears and muscats are also top grade.
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Shikoku
The mild climate of Shikoku is ideal for growing citrus fruit such as sudachi. Shikoku is also famous for Sanuki udon noodles, huge yields of tiger prawn from Ehime Prefecture and the best torafugu (tiger globefish) in the country.
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Kyushu
Western culture was first introduced to Japan through Kyushu, Japan's third largest island, where the influence of Portuguese and other western cuisine influenced the creation of a colorful culinary tradition.
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Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture, is a treasure trove of distinctive dishes and drinks that have become popular throughout Japan, including Okinawa soba, unique sushi toppings and Awamori distilled liquor.