Japan has a long list of new and traditional ingredients that have been popularized into mainstream supermarkets in North Amercia and Europe.  Some of these top ingredients used in Western countries are teriyaki sauce (a healthy choice), Japanese soy sauce, seaweed, wasabi, and most recently mayo [Japanese-style].  What is interesting is that some of these ingredients have come from the West (mayonnaise) and introduced to Japan many years ago where they have been  tweaked for the Japanese pallete. 

Japan Kit Kat has done it again with another interesting flavor to try. You are probably wondering what is this new flavor and we can say that it has a hint of alcohol.

This new flavor will be sold during the beginning of February 2016 and encompasses the flavors of both chocolate and the taste of sake(which btw has some interesting health benefits). This flavor is not supposed to be explosive but will have more of a smooth body to it.

Back in 2006, there was a famous chef in England who cooked for the Japanese ambassador who fell flat in the flavor Department and in terms of technique.  Basically the ambassador told him that he needs to come to Japan to learn the proper way of preparing sushi. 

Rice is one of the primary crops grown in Japan. Fields filled with rice crops is the most common view in Japan.  It is regarded as the traditional food that forms part of the Japanese meals and also forms part of the Japanese diet chart.

Refined white rice is the most common rice used in the Japanese household. Rice is also considered as the main soul of the Japanese culture. Any meal without rice is an incomplete meal.

It is time for the holidays! What better way to start make Christmas Theme dishes is to check out some of the best ideas around the web.  

We have chosen some interesting ones and you can follow the link to discover its recipe (if there is one).  

You will see that many of them are different types of sushi and dessert base which isnt so surprising.  Most popular character/items are obviously Santa Claus and Xmas trees. 

So lets jump into our list.

We love sharing articles on individuals traveling to Japan and exploring the country, especially if it involves food.  This piece we are sharing today is from a website called Chocolate and Zucchini which is run by Clotilde, a French food writer.  In 2010 she traveled to Japan and spent time in Tokyo as well as Osaka.  Here are some of the food highlights.