Japan has many foods and treats to enjoy during the cold weather seasons. A classic example is Japanese sweet potatoes that are absolutely delicious when roasted. But did you know that there is another must-try Japanese sweet potato dish? It’s a honey-glazed sweet potato snack called […]
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Umami is a universally loved, but somehow mysterious flavour. It is savoury, yet sweet, and comes through in a lot of our favourite foods. But where does it come from? Well, look no further than aspergillus oryzae, known in Japan as koji-kin. Koji releases an amino […]
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Hiroshima, also known as Peace City, has a long and rich history that attracts tourists from all over the world. However, it is also known for its delicious and abundant culinary culture, and offers a large variety of local delicacies that are a must have for […]
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If you regularly follow the Arigato Japan blog, you’ll know that Bokksu is one of their amazing partners, and if you’ve seen my Holiday Japan Inspired Gift Guide for Christmas 2021 blog post, you’ll know how much I love this company. I’ve known about Bokksu for […]
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Japan is renowned for its fresh and delicious seafood. Every year winter marks the start of crab season, where unlike any other fish, crustacean, or shellfish, crab becomes the dominant flavor of seafood. Crab season occurs from November to March, becoming widely available in fish markets, […]
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One of the best things about traveling to Japan is the local food. The wide variety of Japanese dishes and their use of healthy ingredients make it a unique cuisine. The most famous Japanese dish is sushi, but there are many more delicious foods to offer–so […]
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Japan is well known for its amazing food culture lifestyle. One of the most popular foods both all over the world and in Japan is shrimp. As people may already know, Japan is an island. Different seafood species such as shrimp are more accessible and important […]
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In marine biology, fish are said to be shoaling when they swim in large groups as a precaution against predators or in order to save energy. However, without speaking disrespectfully, such a complex social group behavior does not apply to Shirasu (Jap. しらす, meaning whitebait), […]
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Are there any Japanese snacks or beverages that you’ve been wanting to try? Or are there any Japanese recipes you want to cook if only you had the right ingredients… We know that if you live outside of Japan, it can be tricky to find Japanese […]
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Today we’re happy to introduce you to Mai-san, with the wonderful and whimsical alias “Miss Wagashi”, a traditional sweets expert based in Tokyo! Could you please introduce yourself and share a little bit about yourself? Hi, I’m Mai, known as “Miss Wagashi” on […]
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