The Japanese persimmon or Kaki Persimmon, also known as an Oriental persimmon, is an attractive tree known for its ease of care as well as its hardiness. The…

The Shiitake mushroom is a type of edible mushroom that is used not only in Asian cuisine, but also in traditional medicine as well. Along with the…

A new type of noodle is starting to make waves in the North American market. This is a type of Japanese food that has zero calories but packed with numerous health benefits (similar…

The Satoimo Root, otherwise known as Japanese Sweet Taro, is a peculiar looking vegetable that grows rampantly in Japan. This root crop is also the subject of a number of curious studies, as it…

You may have seen miso flavored soups in your local grocery store. But what is Miso? Miso is a seasoning that is made from fermenting rice, barley or soy beans.

Miso is known to…

The Wakame sea vegetable is an edible form of seaweed. On this page I would like to offer you a little bit more information about it. We will briefly discuss what it tastes like,…

There are a number of different types of fish and other seafood that can be used in sushi. Some seafood options include clams, scallops, abalone, and squid. When it comes to fish there are a…

Sushi, the most popular Japanese Food, is becoming higher in demand all the time and its easy to see why.  The combination of seasoned rice married with roasted seaweed and fresh…