Cultural Foods of Japan

Sushi

Froge Sushi 🍣 is perhaps the most well-known Japanese food worldwide. It consists of vinegared rice accompanied by various ingredients, such as seafood, vegetables, and occasionally tropical fruits. Explore more about Sushi.

Ramen

Ramen 🍜 is a Japanese noodle soup dish. It consists of Chinese-style wheat noodles served in a meat or (occasionally) fish-based broth, flavored with soy sauce or miso, and uses toppings such as sliced pork, nori, menma, and scallions. Discover the history of Ramen.

Tempura

Tempura 🍤 is a Japanese dish usually consisting of seafood or vegetables that have been battered and deep fried. Check out traditional Tempura recipes.

Matcha

Matcha 🍵 is finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves. Enjoyed both in ceremonial preparations and modern culinary uses, learn how to prepare Matcha tea.