Wagyu beef is, without a doubt, a much sought-after delicacy, but it can be hard to find. This rare cut of meat is well worth the hassle to acquire though. Once you sink your teeth into this buttery and flavorful steak, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner, and you may even wish all beef was like this. But …

In the island nation of Japan, seafood is a natural staple in the local cuisine. However, some types of seafood are more beloved than others. To the Japanese, only the rarest, sweetest species of fish, such as kinki, can be considered delicacies. So what is kinki? The kinki, or channel rockfish, is a deep sea-dwelling fish in the Scorpaenidae family. …

Japanese food is famous for its delicious variety of noodles. One of the most popular is the udon noodle, a wheat-based noodle that is about as thick as your pinky-finger. When cooked properly, udon has a satisfying chewiness that serves as the perfect base for flavorful broths and sauces. So how is udon eaten in Japan? Whether it’s served in …

In the interest of cutting back my caffeine intake, I’ve recently started drinking less coffee and more tea. Sencha tea is one of my favorites, and some of my friends told me it was a low-caffeine alternative. But I heard that all tea has caffeine, so I did a little research to find out the truth. Does sencha tea have …

Miso soup provides a great source of protein, and it is versatile enough to be enjoyed as a side dish, as a precursor to a meal, after a meal, or simply as a main course, depending on the ingredients. However, because it is a soup and soups are often high in sodium, it may cause you to ask, can I …

I like to call Onigiri or rice balls a close cousin of sushi because of the many similarities between the two dishes. Popular as comfort food in Japan, Onigiri comprises of steamed rice with a nori strip on the outside and savory fillings inside. The most common type of traditional filling is umeboshi or salted plum but you may also …