Edamame: Green Beans
Often chosen to accompany a glass of beer, edamame taste best with a dash of salt!
6 Creative Chocolate Ideas from Japan
From a chocolate-filled paint set to a scale replica of Ginkaku-ji Temple's silver pavilion wrapped in silver foil, Japan knows how to get creative with chocolate!
Fugu-Sashi: Pufferfish Sashimi
The pufferfish is known around the world for its dangerous poison, but when sliced into sashimi, it's transformed into the most beautiful and tasty Japanese delicacy.
Sake-Flavored Kit Kats
Nestlé Japan certainly isn't afraid to break the mold when it comes to creating exotic Kit Kat flavors. The newest member of the chocolate wafer family includes another popular Japanese product—sake.
Make this Amazing Japanese Goldfish Jelly
Learn how to make a gorgeous Kingyoku Kan 'wagashi' goldfish made of agar jelly.
10 Historical Sweets from Hokuriku
Hokuriku has various wonderful 'omiyage' (souvenir) sweets for travelers. Here we outline 10 historical souvenirs you simply have to buy on your next Hokuriku trip!
Toshikoshi Soba: New Year's Eve Noodles
One of Japan's longstanding traditions is to eat buckwheat noodles on New Year's Eve. But why are they so important? Read on to find out!
Yaki Kani: Grilled Crab
Crab is a Japanese specialty that's especially popular during winter time, when the hot, succulent juices of the grilled crab are a welcome treat!
