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Umeboshi is a Japanese pickled plum that is sour and salty.It is one of Japan’s representatives picked foods which are called “tsukemono”.Some people dislike sourness, but I love this taste.I would like to share a recipe of umeboshi.

Children growing up is exciting but the older they get the dirtier their clothes become. This can really be a head scratcher upon how to remove ther myriad o...

Children growing up is exciting but the older they get the dirtier their clothes become. This can really be a head scratcher upon how to remove ther myriad o...

Rice stands as the cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, having been cultivated since ancient times and serving as the historical grain that has underpinned Japan...

What is Tenugui? Tenugui are thin cotton cloths, typically 90 cm long and 35 cm wide, woven in plain weave. They are multipurpose items, used for wiping swea...

One of the best souvenirs to bring home from Japan is handcrafted yakimono (Japanese pottery and porcelain). These items carry the warmth of handwork and can...

One of my friends, Siko Miyazaki, regularly holds classes to teach how to make rice balls.Through her example, I want to ponder what makes rice balls so captivating.

Pīhyara Pīhyara, Don Don Don When you hear the sound of flutes and drums, it marks the beginning of the summer festival season.In Japan, the festivals are he...

Yoko Nakajima is skilled at creating onigiri with various arrangements. She posts on social media different flavored onigiri every day.

Happy New Year! 2024 has begun.  In Japan, people greet each other with "あけましておめでとう" (： Akemashiteomedetou), which means "Happy New Year." To...

Tofu’s versatility and health benefits have made it a popular ingredient not only in Japanese cuisine but around the world! Below are a few easy recipes you ...