
With chunks of tender potatoes, my savory Bacon Asparagus Miso Soup provides warm comfort on a cool spring day. {Vegan/Vegetarian Adaptable}
READ: Bacon Asparagus Miso Soup

With chunks of tender potatoes, my savory Bacon Asparagus Miso Soup provides warm comfort on a cool spring day. {Vegan/Vegetarian Adaptable}
READ: Bacon Asparagus Miso Soup


Kimbap is a delicious Korean seaweed roll with seasoned beef, vegetables, omelette strips, and daikon pickles that‘s very popular in Japan.
READ: Kimbap (Korean Seaweed Roll) キンパ

On Children's Day, the Japanese decorate their house and eat special foods wishing for children's health and happiness.
READ: Children’s Day in Japan & 10 Recipes to Celebrate (こどもの日)

A convenient dashi packet is a quick and easy way to make flavorful Japanese soup stock for miso soup or any dish that requires dashi.
READ: Dashi Packet + Recipe (Video)

If you are planning to travel around Japan, you can use the Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) to save on Shinkansen and JR trains.
READ: How to Purchase and Use Japan Rail Pass: Everything You Need to Know


From chic travel mugs to ultrasonic aroma diffusers to the best kitchen helpers, here's my handpicked gifts for mothers and mother figures to thank them for all that they do for us!
READ: 21 Amazing Mother’s Day Gifts for the Food Lover



This easy Japanese-style Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry with shiitake mushrooms and bacon makes a great quick addition to your meal as a side or main dish!
READ: Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry 白菜の炒め物


My Simmered Ganmodoki recipe gives store-bought or frozen homemade Japanese fried tofu patties a delicious boost of umami! {Vegan Adaptable}
READ: Simmered Ganmodoki がんもどきの含め煮


Eggs originally cooked in Japan‘s hot spring water, Onsen Tamago with silky whites and custard-like yolks are easy to make with my recipe.
READ: Onsen Tamago (Video) 温泉卵


Experience the magic of beloved Studio Ghibli films at the new Ghibli Park in Nagoya.
READ: Ultimate Guide to Ghibli Park


Learn how to make popular California Rolls at home filled with sushi rice, crabmeat, avocado, and cucumber with my step-by-step guide.
READ: California Roll カリフォルニアロール


Let discover the healthiest Japanese foods and drinks that you can incorporate into your diet.
READ: Healthy Japanese Foods and Drinks to Add to Your Diet

Tamago Kake Gohan is a steaming bowl of hot rice topped with raw egg and soy sauce. It's a tasty and popular breakfast comfort food in Japan!
READ: Tamago Kake Gohan (TKG) 卵かけご飯


A home-cooked classic for over 100 years, Japanese Potato Salad features colorful fresh vegetables, a creamy texture, and a rounded flavor.
READ: Japanese Potato Salad (Video) ポテトサラダ



Join us on a tour of Nagoya food, taste the famous Hitsumabush, tenmusu, miso pork cutlet, and irresistible Yamachan's chicken wings.
READ: The Ultimate Nagoya Food Guide: 10 Must-Try Dishes

Cook tofu often? Then you'll need a tofu press! Here are my best picks for tofu presses that will suit your needs.
READ: The 5 Best Tofu Presses of 2024


These homemade Ganmodoki are crispy and fluffy Japanese fried tofu patties, delicious when enjoyed alone or in Oden!
READ: Ganmodoki (Japanese Fried Tofu Patties) がんもどき




Seasoned with crunchy garlic chili oil and butter, this delicious Japanese-style Pasta with Shrimp and Broccolini is ready in 15 minutes!
READ: Japanese-style Shrimp and Broccolini Pasta 海老とブロッコリーニの和風パスタ

Thinly sliced beef simmered with tender onions and savory-sweet sauce, Gyudon or Japanese Beef Rice Bowl is synonymous with comfort.
READ: Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl) (Video) 牛丼


Discover the beauty and charm of Matsushima, a picturesque coastal town in Japan. From its stunning views to its rich history, this travel guide will help you plan your perfect trip to Matsushima.
READ: Matsushima Travel Guide


Hijiki Rice is a Japanese mixed rice (takikomi gohan) with dashi, carrots, fried tofu, and seaweed that's rich in minerals and dietary fiber.
READ: Hijiki Rice (Takikomi Gohan) ひじき炊き込みご飯



Easy Aji Fry is a popular Japanese homestyle dish of horse mackerel fillets breaded in panko and deep-fried until golden and crisp. So tasty!
READ: Fried Horse Mackerel (Aji Fry) あじのフライ
