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Daifuku: A Mochi Treat Stuffed with Deliciousness
It's no secret that we love Japanese ramen, but it's often a savory experience. That being said, ramen can leave...
Beni Shoga: Osaka's Colorful Take on Ginger
Have you ever been to a Japanese ramen shop or beef bowl shop and seen those reddish-pinkish pickles? Have you...
Shinto and Buddhism in Everyday Life
Buddhism and Shinto are the two most practiced religions in Japan, with 80,000 Shinto shrines and 75,000 Buddhist temples across...
Hakozushi: Sushi With a New Shape
When people think of sushi, they either think of nigiri sushi (a slab of fish over a block of rice)...
What is Fugu? Japan's Favorite Poisonous Fish
Japan has plenty of foods that seem to be fun for adventurous foodies. For some, it’s yakiniku, with its unique...
Kakigori: Is It Better Than American Shaved Ice?
If you’ve ever been to Japan in summer or watched a Japanese anime, you’ve probably seen people eating up a...
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