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  • A small mountain of soba sits on a Japanese zaru tray

    Soba: Japan's Most Varied Noodle Experience

    Ramen is our personal favorite and has spread all over the world. Meanwhile, udon is a thick noodle that we have a soft spot for. However, the third and possibly most varied noodle that we’re going to cover here is soba...
  • A bowl of udon noodles in a brown soup with seaweed on top

    Udon Noodles: A Nakama Noodles Guide

    You all know that we love ramen, but they aren't the only noodles that Japan is famous for. In fact, there are two types of noodles that have a very long history in Japan. Those types are soba, a delicious buckwheat noodle, and today’s topic—udon!
  • A colorful sign reading Dotonbori at the entrance to the area

    Dotonbori: Osaka's Vibrant Foodie Paradise

    Osaka is an amazing place for food. And although you can find good food all over the prefecture and Osaka City, one vibrant area acts as a foodie’s paradise. That area is Dotonbori...
  • A basket of many yellow yuzu sits on a table

    What is Yuzu? The Tasty Citrus Japan Loves

    Lovers of Japanese snacks and Japanese ramen might have encountered a tasty, yellow citrus fruit that looks like a lemon but doesn’t quite taste like one. That fruit is called yuzu and it can be found in all kinds of tasty Japanese foods and treats.
  • A dorayaki over a plate cut in half to show the castella and red bean layers

    Dorayaki: Japan's Traditional Dessert Sandwich

    When it comes to traditional Japanese sweets, things like mochi and daifuku tend to dominate the conversation. However, when you actually come here, you’ll find plenty of tasty options to satisfy your sweet tooth. One delicious treat that has spread from traditional Japanese shops to convenience stores is the tasty pancake sandwich—dorayaki.
  • A plate with a couple of mini daifuku with one cut in half to show the red bean paste

    Daifuku: A Mochi Treat Stuffed with Deliciousness

    When we talk about Japanese ramen, it is often a savory affair. That being said, ramen can leave you craving something sweet afterward. Some opt for sweets like chocolate or something healthy like fruit, but one traditional Japanese sweet option...