50 Japanese Foods to Try While You Are in Japan
WEBApr 3, 2015 · 6. Tonkatsu. Tonkatsu is a popular Japanese dish based on western pork cutlets, where a thick slice of pork is dipped in a flour and beaten egg batter, coated in breadcrumbs and fried in oil. There are both sirloin and fillet tonkatsu, with the fillet tonlatsu being more expensive.
How to Make Takoyaki: A Step-By-Step Recipe (With Pictures
WEBFeb 7, 2018 · Add in the shoga. Add in the green onions. In general, feel free to add in as much or as little of each ingredient as you like. Add in some more batter. You should do this until it overflows a bit. Once a minute has passed, cut off the excess batter and tuck everything into their respective holes.
Shinto Symbols: The Meanings of the Most Common Symbols …
WEBMay 28, 2020 · The Japanese religion called Shinto may seem clouded in mystery, particularly the meaning behind the various Shinto symbols. Learning a little about Shinto will lead to many questions: Why are the gates red? What is the relevance of the lightning-shaped paper decorations? And why are there ropes wrapped around trees? Today we will be diving into the world of Shintoism and its symbols ...
Japanese Fashion Subcultures: Lolita, Rockabilly, Gyaru, and More ...
WEBOct 29, 2019 · Lolita. Lolita is one of the most iconic of all the Japanese fashion subcultures. The style is heavily influenced by an ultra-feminine take on the traditional Victorian and Edwardian style of children's clothing. The style came into being in the early 2000s as an offshoot from the gothic and aristocratic styles of the Visual Kei movement.
Narutomaki - Japan’s Delicious Ramen Fish Cake
WEBJul 27, 2020 · Narutomaki is most commonly found as a ramen topping, but it is also used in salads and soups, made into tempura, or even eaten as-is. Narutomaki is a kind of kamaboko, which are shaped fish cakes usually served as side dishes or accompaniments to the main course. There are many kinds of kamaboko, and they take on …
25 Must-Try Japanese Drinks: How Many Have You Had?
WEBOct 28, 2021 · 15 Non-Alcoholic Japanese Drinks. 1. Matcha (Green Tea) Matcha is green tea powder often whisked into a frothy brew with a delicately balanced sweet and bitter flavor profile. While matcha tea is the traditional way to go, matcha powder is often used to flavor sweets such as cookies, cakes, and even lattes.
A Guide to Japanese Money (Yen): Coins and Bills - tsunagu Japan
WEBApr 13, 2023 · The official currency of Japan is the yen. It’s denoted around the world with the ¥ symbol but locally, the "kanji" character 円 (pronounced “en”) is used. The character aptly translates to “round”, describing the shape of Japanese coins. The first official Japanese coinage dates as far back as 704 during Japan’s Asuka period.
What Is Ramune, Japan’s Beloved Summer Festival Drink?
WEBJun 18, 2024 · What Is Ramune? Ramune (ラムネ) is a popular carbonated soft drink in Japan. Its name is derived from the English word “lemonade” which is pronounced as “leh-mo-nei-doh” (レモネード) in Japanese. It’s not a “lemonade” in the American sense, which is a drink made from lemon juice, flat water, and plenty of sugar. Rather, it ...
25 Best Things to Do in Kyoto: Explore Bucket List Spots Like ...
WEBJan 10, 2020 · Shrines, temples, tours, day trips... If you've started looking into a trip to Kyoto, you might be overwhelmed by how much there is to see and do here. As the capital of Japan for over 1,000 years, Kyoto has a long history as a cultural powerhouse, and you can still experience the city's historical beauty and unique traditions today. In this article, we've compiled 25 of the best things to do ...
The Correct Way to Eat Natto, the Delicious Japanese Superfood
WEBJan 19, 2018 · First, open up the package and take out both the special sauce and Japanese mustard packs. Tear off the clear film that's on top of the natto. Mix the natto thoroughly. People say that it tastes better if mixed well enough to become sticky. Add in the special sauce and Japanese mustard. Mix it all together again.
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