Sharing favorite finds from across the archipelago
Winter in Japan means mikan season! Thanks to Courtney for a mouth-watering recipe this month. I'm off to the kitchen! "Everyone is getting sick," said my Japanese coworker. "You should eat a mikan." He hands me this small orange then promptly shows me how to dig your thumb into the top center and begin peeling... Continue Reading →
If you’ve visited Japan, you have more than likely run into Japanese mayonnaise. More specifically, Kewpie mayonnaise, as they have 70% of the market and is THE brand most people think of when looking for Japanese mayo. Kewpie is easily recognizable by the plain bottle with the red lid and packaging that includes a (slightly... Continue Reading →
When I first arrived to Japan years ago, my friends took me to a chain restaurant where udon (wheat) noodles were made behind glass windows in the front of the store. I had only eaten dried udon before and I just couldn't get over how delicious these these noodles were in comparison. Fresh udon is super... Continue Reading →
Soba has become quite the dinnertime staple in the Uncover Japan household. I can't wait to try out Courtney's recipe below! Soba, or buckwheat noodles, are popular throughout Japan and served hot or cold. Many soba dishes are served daily as inexpensive food found at train stations, but some dishes are seasonal or for special... Continue Reading →
(Another tasty post from Courtney today! I love miso so I can't wait to try out these easy recipes!) This month we’re going to discuss miso, that salty fermented soybean paste that is used in a variety of Japanese dishes. Not just miso soup! Basic miso is made by fermenting soybeans with salt and a... Continue Reading →
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