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Since tofu is made from soybeans, it is a popular food because of its high quality protein and nutrients such as isoflavones. Since it can reduce calories, replacing meat with tofu is recommended as a healthy and tasty choice!

Shochu is made from a variety of base ingredients, so it tastes different. The interesting thing about shochu is that even a shochu beginner can feel the difference in taste between each ingredient.

Soybeans, the raw material for miso, are rich in protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals. There are actually several types of miso. Let's get to know the unique characteristics of each miso, find your favorite, and have a healthy lifestyle!

The internet can be a wonderful thing, especially when it comes to food. Japanese food in particular tends to go viral on the internet, as healthy and delicious recipes prove to be very popular in today's society. Here are some Japanese recipes that are currently going viral.

Rice flour can be used in the making of various sweets and pastries that we all know and love. Countries all over the world use rice flour in different ways for their cultural dishes. Japan uses rice flour for bread, noodles, cakes, and other treats.

Miso soup and other miso products are a favorite in Japan with many health benefits. Miso has been used for a long time in Japan, and the traditional making of miso is considered an art form. Here's how to make miso and how to use it.

Are you a cat lover? What about a coffee drinker? Believe it or not, these two things can be combined! Originating from Taiwan, Cat Cafes have grown rapidly in popularity throughout Japan. This idea has been expanded overseas to other countries like the United States!

Originating from the 1980s in Taiwan, this drink was picked up by the Japanese in the 1990s and still popular ever since! With the fun colors of the drink, unique sipping experience, and sweet taste - it’s no wonder that the bubble tea craze has spread all over the world!

The Japanese tradition cooking device Teppanyaki has developed into what Americans call hibachi. The entertainment of americanized-hibachi restaurants are a plus to the fantastic food!

Mochi muffins, mochi brownies, mochi donuts, mochi EVERYTHING! At Third Culture Bakery, Chef Sam Butarbutar and Wenter Shyu use their upbringing as Third Culture kids, meaning they grew up in a different cultrue than their parents- as inspiration for their delicious baked goods.

While Sushi may be considered a well-recieved Japanese import, once it made its way into the United States, there have definitely been changes made. Here are five sushi rolls that are Americanized and not traditional to Japan.

Pickles are an indispensable food in Kyoto. Since there is no sea in the vicinity of Kyoto, preservation techniques for food have been developed since ancient times. Here are the three major pickles in Kyoto!

Japan is said to be the world's number one vending machine country. While the latest vending machines, such as those operated by panels, stand out, slightly different vending machines are also appearing one after another.

There are many types of fermented foods in the world, but Japan leads the way when it comes to fermented variety! There are over 3,000 pickle varieties in Japan alone. Japan is an excellent place for fermentation because of its favorable...

As Spring approaches, we still have a few snowy, cold days left to get through. The best thing on a chilly day is a steaming hot drink, warming your hands and your body as you sip. Japan has some of the tastiest coffee and tea beverages,...

As a special project, we asked five chefs working in the US to create new dishes using selected Japanese foods (see the link below).　The food items used by the chefs are available for purchase in The Japan Media Store. (Price may change...

Creamy-cold ice cream encased in a sweet mochi dough makes the perfect hand-held treat. Eating mochi is a fun experience, especially for many Americans who are foreign to the idea of holding ice cream!

Toshikoshi-Soba is one of unique and traditional customs for New Year’s Eve in Japan. This soba is made with buckwheat noodles, hot dashi broth and a variety of toppings. This simple soba noodle soup symbolizes cutting off any hardships ...

Here are the ultimate best 3 products of “Soy Sauce, Miso, and Dashi“, we recommend as the essential Japanese food ingredients. Some people think Japanese cooking is so difficult and never been easy. It’s easier than you think.  Fir...

Lunch boxes in Japan are a little different from those in other countries. When making lunchboxes for children, the use of characters and other Kawaii items is used to make children happy.