What Is Natto? A Beginner’s Guide to Japan’s Sticky Breakfast Soybeans
A beginner-friendly guide to natto, Japan’s sticky fermented soybeans often served with rice at breakfast, including taste, texture, how to eat it, and whether to try it.
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What Is Gyutan? A Beginner’s Guide to Sendai Beef Tongue
What is gyutan? It is grilled beef tongue, and Sendai is the Japanese city most closely associated with it. If you have seen gyutan on a menu and were not quite sure what to expect, this guide will help you understand what it is, how it tastes, and how to … Read the full guide
Where to Eat Beef Tongue (Gyutan) in Sendai: Best Restaurants, What to Order, and Queue Tips
If you are planning your first gyutan, or grilled beef tongue, meal in Sendai, the hardest part is usually not whether to try it. It is where to go, what to order, and how to avoid wasting time in a long queue. This guide is for travelers who want a … Read the full guide
Best Beef Tongue (Gyutan) in Sendai? Zenjiro vs Kisuke
Zenjiro vs Kisuke is the comparison I wish I had read before my first gyutan meal in Sendai. First things first: if you are new to gyutan, do not let the word “tongue” put you off too quickly. In Sendai, gyutan is usually served as a grilled set meal, and … Read the full guide
Wara Natto in Nasu: Trying Straw-Wrapped Natto from Fukufuku
We tried wara natto, traditional straw-wrapped natto, from a small specialty shop in Nasu, Tochigi. Here is what it is, how it tasted, and how to eat it while travelling.
How to Get Cheap Sashimi in Japan: Supermarket Discounts Explained
Japanese supermarkets mark down fresh sashimi every evening. Here is when to go, how to read the discount stickers, and how to check the fish is safe to eat raw.
Best Gyoza in Utsunomiya: A Guide to Japan’s Dumpling Capital
Looking for the best gyoza in Utsunomiya? Gyoza are Japanese dumplings, usually pan-fried until the bottom is crispy, and Utsunomiya is one of the most famous places in Japan to eat them. This guide covers the best-known shops, the Kirasse gyoza hall where you can try several famous shops in … Read the full guide