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When autumn arrives, one of the most beloved Japanese snacks is Daigaku Imo, or candied sweet potatoes. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and coated with a glossy sweet sauce, this snack is simple yet full of flavor. It has lo...

Why Protein Matters in a Plant-Based Diet Protein is one of the most important nutrients for maintaining energy, repairing muscles, and supporting overall health.For people who follow a vegan or plant-based lifestyle, it’s essential to k...

What is Dashi and Why is it Essential in Japanese Cuisine? In Japanese cooking, flavor is built not with heavy spices or oil, but with a clear and savory base called dashi.Dashi is a broth made by extracting the umami from ingredients, a...

Veggie gyoza are one of the most comforting Japanese dishes — crispy on the bottom, juicy inside, and perfect for sharing.In this recipe, we use soy meat instead of pork, making the filling plant-based yet flavorful and satisfying. The k...

Miso soup is one of the most iconic dishes in Japanese cuisine.Made with kombu dashi and miso paste, this traditional Japanese soup is simple, healthy, and full of umami. Classic miso soup includes tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onion, ...

Natto Pasta is a Japanese-style pasta made with spaghetti and natto, Japan’s famous fermented soybeans. The sticky, savory natto pairs perfectly with soy sauce, shiso, myoga, and mizuna. Adding shio kombu gives it even more depth of flav...

With just soy sauce and ginger for flavor, and a light coating of starch, you can transform fresh okra into a golden, crunchy snack in under 10 minutes.In this recipe, I’ll share not only the easy steps but also important tips—like how t...

Pickled ginger, called Gari in Japanese, is the sweet-and-sour ginger often served with sushi.It refreshes your palate between bites, so you can fully enjoy each piece.Made by marinating thinly sliced ginger in vinegar and sugar, it has ...

This vegan Daikon Mochi is simple, savory, and has a wonderfully chewy texture. Made mainly from grated daikon and potato starch, it comes together quickly with just a few ingredients. All you need to do is grate the daikon, mix it with ...

Nikujaga is a classic Japanese comfort food made with potatoes, onions, and vegetables simmered in a savory soy sauce–based broth.Traditionally, it includes thinly sliced beef, but this vegan version uses fu (wheat gluten), a traditional...