Japanese food

Food & Dining

Miso Soup Isn’t One Recipe — It’s a Different Dish in Every Region

Thanks to the global rise of Japanese food, most people have at least heard of miso soup, and miso paste has become much...
Food & Dining

Japanese People Eat Raw Eggs for Breakfast — Here’s Why That’s Actually Fine

Tamago kake gohan — hot rice topped with a raw egg and soy sauce — is one of Japan's most beloved comfort foods, eaten s...
Food & Dining

How to Order Udon in Japan Without Panicking in Line

Udon is a thick, white wheat noodle that's currently most popular served cold, which catches a lot of first-time visitor...
Food & Dining

The Japanese Dish Locals Save Up For (That Most Tourists Skip)

While sushi and ramen dominate the international idea of Japanese food, unagi (grilled eel) is quietly one of the dishes...