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Otsukimi Dango – 2 Ingredients Dumplings

In Japan, there is a custom of “Otsukimi お月見” meaning “Moon Viewing” at the Mid-Autumn Festival. Otsukimi traditions include; decorating…

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6 Health Benefits of Azuki: The Mighty Little Red Bean

More polyphenols than red wine, abundant in fiber and minerals—the little brownish-red beans, azuki, are considered to be the second…

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Make Ehou Maki Roll for Setsubun Day

Discover how to prepare Futomaki sushi rolls in the comfort of your own home and take part in the “Setsubun” tradition!

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Osechi – Traditional New Year’s Food

Osechi Ryori – Enjoying and Sharing New Year’s Special Foods! As the year is coming to its end, everyone is running around…

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Autumn Recipe! Creamy Pumpkin Miso Soup

Creamy Pumpkin Miso Soup is a delicious and comforting soup that blends the earthy taste of pumpkin with the rich umami flavor of miso. It strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory notes, making it an ideal dish for chilly autumn evenings.

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Marinated “KALBI” Short Rib for BBQ

Korean BBQ beef short rib with bone, aka LA Kalbi or Galbi, is a popular Korean dish. It consists of marinated beef short ribs that are grilled or broiled to perfection. The ribs are cut across the bone, marinated…

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Easy Soba Recipe

Soba, Japanese Buckwheat Noodle is a type of Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour. It is typically served chilled with a dipping sauce or in a hot broth…

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Donburi – A Small Universe in a Bowl

The word donburi is the abbreviation of the word donburibachi, which is a deep, sturdy ceramic dish about the size…

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How Curry Became a Popular Japanese Comfort Meal

You’re in Tokyo and it’s lunchtime. An acquaintance suggests Italian, French, Brazilian, but you feel like something Japanese. You head…

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The Perfect Cocktail: Sparkling Plum Wine with “Hidden Rose” Apples (Recipe + Video)

A perfect dessert recipe by using @choya_usa Sparkling Plum Wine for a romantic night..

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