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    History of Kaiseki: Traditional Japanese Multi-Course Meal
    History of Kaiseki: Traditional Japanese Multi-Course Meal
    If you've ever heard of a kaiseki dinner, chances are you need some clarification on the multitude of details it involves. Much more than just a particular type of Japanese food, kaiseki is a fine dining experience based on hundreds of years of tradition. Dinners...
    Essential Guide to Bento Meals
    Essential Guide to Bento Meals
    What is Bento? In Japan, bento is an important part of everyday life. Quite simply, a bento is a single portion meal, designed for convenience. It can be homemade or store-bought and has a history going as far back as the Kamakura period (ca. 1180-1330)....
    Cooking for the Maiko: Discovering the Heartfelt Meals of Makanai
    Cooking for the Maiko: Discovering the Heartfelt Meals of Makanai
    Understanding Makanai: Meaning and Cultural Significance In the captivating realm of geisha culture, there lies a special culinary custom known as "makanai." Short for makanai ryori (in-house food), makanai refers to the homemade meals prepared for staff in establishments like restaurants, inns, or dormitories. Within...
    What Is A Typical Japanese Breakfast? Hint: It’s Not Japanese Pancakes
    What Is A Typical Japanese Breakfast? Hint: It’s Not Japanese Pancakes
    What Is A Typical Japanese Breakfast? Hint: It's Not Japanese Pancakes Though readers may be familiar with the photogenic Japanese pancakes of internet fame, these confections are more tea-time sweet than the breakfast flapjack. As with all meals, Japanese breakfast food is entirely dependent on...
    Japanese Candy Art Amezaiku
    Japanese Candy Art Amezaiku
    We’re all familiar with the notion “phone eats first,” but what happened before camera phones were invented? Would people take a moment to savor their treats, or would they start cutting into their meals before their plates hit the table? We like to think it...
    A Guide to Japanese Beef
    A Guide to Japanese Beef
    When people think of high-quality beef, Wagyu beef usually comes to mind. But what is Wagyu beef and why is it so well-regarded all across the world? Well, the quality of Japanese beef lies in the meticulous breeding and farming process. There is a lot...
    The Best Japanese Curry Styles!
    The Best Japanese Curry Styles!
    Japanese curry is not a “one size fits all” topping. Each kind of Japanese curry has its own nuances and flavor profiles, so it can be difficult to distinguish which curry is right for you. To ensure you’re seasoning your meal with the best possible...
    Unique Japanese Gifts For Foodies
    Unique Japanese Gifts For Foodies
    The holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s time to start ordering those Christmas gifts before it’s too late. Everyone loves a unique, thoughtful gift, and there’s nothing more unique than a Japanese Snackmaker Gift Box from Bokksu! Bokksu’s Maker Gift Boxes are...
    These Are The Tastiest Japanese Seasonings
    These Are The Tastiest Japanese Seasonings
    The key to great Japanese cooking is all about the seasonings. With the right seasonings, you can achieve all those Japanese flavors you know and love in the comfort of your own home! Here are some of the tastiest Japanese seasonings that you can find...
    What's for Lunch in Japanese Schools?
    What's for Lunch in Japanese Schools?
    What's for Lunch in Japanese Schools? Unlike lunches in America which are catered to each individual, lunch in Japanese schools is intended to be eaten as a community. Nutritionists craft the meals, which are then cooked in large vats by hired school staff. There's another...
    The Best Authentic Japanese Teas
    The Best Authentic Japanese Teas
    While Japanese green tea is famous for its unusual flavor profile and delicious green, the words and world of “Japanese green tea” do not begin and end with matcha. At most Japanese meals you’ll more commonly find a pot of sencha, a thinner, steeped green...
    Japanese Dining Etiquette and Table Manners
    Japanese Dining Etiquette and Table Manners
    Dining Etiquette in Japan Respect is an important aspect of Japanese culture, and it’s most clearly seen while dining. Children learn the rules of Japanese dining etiquette early on in life – you won’t see them playing drums with their chopsticks no matter where you...
    What's special about Japanese Bakeries?
    What's special about Japanese Bakeries?
    There are a lot of great snacks to try if you’re visiting Japan, but for many people, street food and fun candies are often what come to mind first. However, Japan also has a delicious array of baked goods that are unique from what you...
    A Simple Guide To Japanese Chopsticks
    A Simple Guide To Japanese Chopsticks
    Chopsticks originated in China about 5,000 years ago before eventually making their way to Japan, Vietnam, and Korea. Early Japanese chopsticks were only used for religious ceremonies. Originally early Japanese chopsticks were made of bamboo and were joined at the top, more closely resembling training...
    7 Amazing Japanese Regional Dishes
    7 Amazing Japanese Regional Dishes
    When the average person thinks of Japanese cuisine, foods like mochi, ramen and sushi probably come to mind. However, the truth is, Japanese cuisine isn’t as standard as many people might imagine. Japanese cuisine is varied, but it does tend to focus on fresh, seasonal,...
    What's The Deal With Japanese Fruits?
    What's The Deal With Japanese Fruits?
    In Japan, fruit is on a whole other level. Japanese fruits are considered a special food, rather than an everyday snack. Japanese fruits grown with meticulous care and attention are given as luxurious gifts and sold at a premium. Think hundreds of dollars or thousands...
    Essential Guide to Japanese Traditional Dining
    Essential Guide to Japanese Traditional Dining
    From September onward, calendars quickly fill with holiday engagements and many opportunities for meals with friends and family. Why not look toward the Rising Sun for ideas on seasonal decor and design? Next time you dine at a traditional Japanese restaurant, take a moment to...
    Japanese Grocery Store
    Japanese Grocery Store
    Japanese grocery stores offer a lot of foods and ingredients that can be difficult to find in other stores. If you’re looking for the ingredients for a specific Japanese recipe, or if you just want to try out some new foods, Japanese grocery stores are...
    What Makes Japanese Sweet Potatoes Special?
    What Makes Japanese Sweet Potatoes Special?
    We love the Japanese sweet potato so much, we couldn’t help but write them a poem for a primer. We’ve heard brevity is the soul of wit. It seemed only right to keep the basics short and, well, sweet. Shall we compare them to the...
    8 Snacks Inspired by Japanese Street Foods
    8 Snacks Inspired by Japanese Street Foods
    In Japan, food is more than just nourishment; it’s an important element of the culture, with layers of symbolism used to represent deeply rooted traditions. Japanese food is a form of expression, as everything from the colors and flavors to preparation and etiquette represents something...