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Ra-yu: Japan's Chili Oil
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October 04, 2022
Ra-yu: Japan's Chili Oil

In the pantheon of Japanese cooking spices and...

Sansho: Japan's Citrus & Spicy Peppercorn
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September 30, 2022
Sansho: Japan's Citrus & Spicy Peppercorn

A staple of Japanese kitchens and restaurants, sansho...

Shicimi: Japan's Seven Spice Blend
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September 27, 2022
Shichimi: Japan's Seven Spice Blend

Shichimi togarashi, more commonly known as just shichimi,...

Guide to Japanese Cuts of Tuna
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September 27, 2022
Five Types of Tuna in Japan

Based on the small cuts that end up...

Guide to Yuzu Koshō: Japan's Citrus Hot Sauce
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September 23, 2022
Guide to Yuzu Koshō: Japan's Citrus Hot Sauce

Yuzu koshō is a flavorful Japanese seasoning that...

Power Spots: Sites of Energy and Restoration
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September 20, 2022
Power Spots: Sites of Energy and Restoration

While traveling in the Japanese countryside or skimming...

Sencha vs Houjicha vs Gyokuro: What Are the Differences?
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September 16, 2022
Sencha vs Houjicha vs Gyokuro: What Are the Differences?

Though all green teas are produced from the...

The Best Places To Travel And Eat In Japan
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September 11, 2022
The Best Places To Travel And Eat In Japan

One of the things that Japan is known...

The Evolution of Bread in Japan: Beyond Rice
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September 09, 2022
The Evolution of Bread in Japan: Beyond Rice

Over time, economic forces, innovative bakeries, and shifting...

The History of Japanese Convenience Stores: From 7-Eleven to Family Mart
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September 06, 2022
The History of Japanese Convenience Stores: From 7-Eleven to Family Mart

With over 56,000 convenience stores scattered throughout Japan,...

The History of Kaiten-zushi (Conveyor Belt Sushi)
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September 02, 2022
The History of Kaiten-zushi (Conveyor Belt Sushi)

Today, the average kaiten-zushi restaurant in Japan slings...