7 things you need to do when you come visit Japan
October 10, 2022
If you are considering or already decided upon visiting Japan, here is a list of what you should not miss out on when you come and visit.
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While Japanese food is often associated with sushi or ramen, there is so much more to Japanese food than the ones you have heard of before. In Japan, there is a plethora of different kinds of dishes made with all kinds of ingredients, owing to Japan’s unique geographic positioning and enjoying 4 seasons. We have categorized some of our favorite recipes according to ingredients so as to propose certain recipes to accommodate what you want to eat or simply to cook some delicious Japanese food with the intention of using what is left over in your fridge...
Meat
Japan is very well-known for the quality of its meat. While wagyu might be the first thing that comes to your mind, to us locals, our pork and chicken are just as good. While it may be difficult to get your hands on such quality meat, no worries as we’ll show you recipes that will make your taste as good as the dish served in Japan even with ingredients available at your local supermarket and butcher.
Seafood
With Japan being an island country, it is abundant with seafood and it is deeply embedded in our culinary culture. There is more to our seafood dishes than sushi and there is a myriad of ways they can be prepared, almost all of which is guaranteed to blow your mind and your taste buds.
Noodles
While Ramen, which is a dish composed of noodles in a soup made out of broth, may be the most well-known, there are many types of noodles made out of different ingredients cooked in a variety of methods. For example, they can be served cold or it can be fried on a hot pan mixed with a range of vegetables. Here, we’ll show you different kinds of noodle dishes guaranteed to placate your empty stomach (especially for those of you seeking to eat something savory).
Vegetables
With Japan having four seasons, it makes it the perfect place to grow a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. However, we’re not gonna lie, because we are abundant in quality meat and seafood, there are not that many dishes that are solely prepared using vegetables. However, that does not mean that we do not have any and the ones we do have tend to be very good and high in nutritious value, perfect for those of you that are vegetarians!
Pantry
While the ingredients that you use to make the food is obviously important, it is also important to keep in mind that condiments that you use also plays a vital role in making good Japanese food. From making your dish savory to helping you bring out the true flavors of the ingredients you are using, the condiments and the utensils which you use will also determine the fate of your dish. Getting these Japanese products is not easy but is not impossible and using these condiments makes all the difference. We have compiled a list of condiments that will help guide you in your quest to making great Japanese food in the comfort of your own home.
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