Toshikoshi soba noodles are one of Japan’s unique New Year’s customs, and the delicious buckwheat noodles are enjoyed directly on New Year’s Eve. The tradition started around the Edo period (1603-1867), and there are several traditions that long soba noodles …
Styles of Okonomiyaki: differences between Osaka vs. Hiroshima
There are many great uniquely culinary dishes to try in Japan. One of Japan’s most famous delicacies is okonomiyaki, known as a kind of “Japanese pancake”. There are a few different styles of Okonomiyaki. What is Okonomiyaki? It’s a savory Japanese …