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Are you steamer-curious but not sure you could use one? Fear not. Read on and become a fearless steam-cooking hero.
Welcome, tofu lovers! In this guide, we'll teach you how to make authentic tofu at home.
Do you need even more good luck in your life? Then you need to make some Japanese fish waffles.
Feeling cursed or down on your luck? Throw some soybeans and eat some sushi to turn things around this Setsubun.
You may have seen them, but how much do you know about those cute little lucky cats, and how might they improve your life?
The most culturally significant holiday in Japan is New Year's. Read more to learn about the traditional foods eaten on New Year's.
Got a new donabe? Then you need to do a little preparation before cooking for the first time.
Learn how to prepare and season a wok to perfection and begin the journey to fried rice perfection.
Ready to try making Japanese food for the first time, but don't know where to start? You can't go wrong with miso soup.
You may not be a professional pastry chef, but after reading this article, you'll be able to build the cookie house of your children's dreams.
It's time: You need to buy the gifts now before it's too late. Read this article to get some gift giving guidance.
Christmas is approaching. Want to share some Japanese culture with your loved ones while learning an interesting hobby? Furoshiki might be for you.
Prepare your bandages and ointment because fighting is about to break out around the sukiyaki pot. Let me hear your battle cry!
Wanna build a collection of sake cups and servers without lawyers getting involved? Consider tin.
Call your family, call your friends, it's time to get the festival started with some homemade obanyaki!
You made a plum liqueur, you drank and made merry, but what do you do with the plums?
The humble mortar and pestle are the heart and soul of the perfect family meal. Read more and learn the possibilities these simple kitchen essentials unlock.
Looking for a Halloween cookie and icing recipe to take Halloween to the next level? Close the other tabs and read this article immediately.
You know what? You need to learn how to turn eggs into fluffy little bricks.
Everybody loves authentic Japanese ramen. Using a ramen strainer can upgrade your ramen cooking game.
The TAKUMIWAZA KIWAMI from UMIC is a handsome pan that gets the job done.
When you've eaten all the soba, but still crave some more, what do you do? You drink the leftovers.
In this article I teach you how to make soba from scratch using the Hounen Handmade Soba Set.
It takes a little more work than an electric rice cooker, but the cast iron rice cooker by Iwachu has some tricks up its sleeves, too.
Are you tired of compromising on the quality of your cutting boards? Then these boards might be for you.
Obon, or "The Festival of Spirits", is held around the middle of August. This article will introduce you to this important Japanese festival.
Thinking yakiniku? Great idea. Time to get some Clever tongs to complete the experience.
Choosing the right tools for trimming your nails can be a challenge. We at Globalkitchen Japan are here to help.
What's the simplest way to cool down and experience summer the Japanese way? Cold Brew Green Tea with a Hario.
The summer heat can drain you of energy fast. Learn about a nutrition-packed Japanese food traditionally eaten at the height of the summer heat.
Are you worried that your children might spend the summer without enjoying a refreshing cup of shaved ice? Worry no more.
Enjoy a traditional festival of love, hope and dreams with a refreshing Japanese noodle.
Do you want a charcoal grill that will save you time and money while making delicious barbecue meals for your outdoor parties? Then you need a Kaginushi.
Summer in Japan means ripe plums. Learn how to use those plums to make delicious umeshu.
If you want to enjoy sushi in a party setting with your Japanese food-loving friends, then you might want to give temakizushi a try.
These NiNJA knives might look cool, but can they cut? Read more to find out.
On a budget but want to try your hands at grilling? Want to try making some great Japanese food? Then take a look at this indoor grill mesh by Mannen.
Need to add some atmosphere at the dinner table? Then take a look at Marumi Yasuda Kawara's TSUKI line of handmade earthenware ceramics.
Let me tell you my experience making nukazuke--a styling of pickling--and how you can make your own pickled vegetables using the Nukazuke Bijin.
In this article, I'll introduce the Skater Aluminum mess tin and teach you some ways you can use it to enhance your time in the great outdoors.
We have chosen 10 great Mother's day gift ideas for you to choose from. Whether it is for first-time moms or retired moms who are enjoying more free time, we have picked perfect items for each of them. For mothers who love cooking, drinking or making coffee, you should be able to find a great gift for them.
Delicate and elegant, "Edo Kiriko" glassware is a traditional craft developed in the city of Tokyo. With special traditional techniques, each glassware is carefully hand-made by craftsmen. Discover the history and the characteristics of Edo Kiriko glassware.
From the end of April to the beginning of May, a series of Japanese national holidays clustered together and makes it one of the biggest holidays in Japan, called "Golden Week." We are receiving your orders during these holidays. However, there may be some delay in shipping or replying to your inquiries. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Many students in Japan start a new chapter in life at the beginning of April. The Japanese school year ends in March and a new year starts in April. You might wonder why in April. Here is the reason why the school year system is different in Japan.
Measuring the ingredients is the most important task in cooking. If the measurement is incorrect, the food won't taste great even how amazing a recipe is. Learn the basic skill of measuring accurately with measuring spoons or cups.
Cooking food with Seiro steamers can retain its nutrients. On top of that, the food tastes better when it is steamed. Easy-to-use, you can implement them at home to improve your diet. In this article, we will talk about "Seiro steamers", an intelligent cookware for cooking tasty food. We will also share how to use them.

Come in various designs, Mamezara plates are truly versatile and can be used in many different ways, as a plate for side dishes or as a decorative tray for placing small items, for example. We hope you find your favorite Mamezara plates that add colors to your life. In this article, we will talk about Mamezara plates and their designs that are considered as good luck symbols in Japan.

Yattoko pots are Japanese traditional cookware that are appreciated by chefs. Highly functional Yattoko pots are still well-appreciated today especially in restaurants where it is important to work efficiently. They also have many cooking utensils, so Yattoko pots can save storage space. Learn more about this Japanese traditional cookware "Yattoko pot" in this article.

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