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Shiso is an aromatic member of the mint family of herbs. With a vibrant, reddish-purple color and a refreshing taste, red shiso juice is an easy-to-prepare Japanese summer drink made from whole- … read more

Harumaki is a crispy Japanese spring roll, packed with a delightful assortment of veggies, seafood, meats or almost anything you like, fried in thin spring roll wrappers (usually found in a … read more

Most people know and love sushi rolls. However, sushi comes in many forms. Chirashi-zushi is a hearty type of sushi wth a rainbow of colors and textures, in which various cooked and raw … read more

For the Japanese, chestnuts are a flavorful fall treat, heralding the arrival of the new season. The Japanese chestnut rice (Kuri Gohan) is a dish that is common in autumn. You can taste the ric … read more

The origin of Japanese cuisine is a dietary style called Ichiju-Issai (一汁一菜, "one soup, one dish"): eating a simple meal comprised of one bowl of soup and one side dish. This style of food prepar … read more