General Information

General Information About Japanese Food

Japan’s traditional events are focused on staying attuned to the four seasons and respecting nature with care.

Festive meals, which are important in protecting and passing on old customs, always embody a wish for one’s family’s health and happiness.

SUKIYAKI

Considered a winter dish and commonly found at year-end parties in Japan.

“immature soybeans”

塩パン

Seasoned Herring Roe

Hotpot dish served at the dinner table that involves quickly immersing thinly sliced beef in boiling stock, then dipping in sauce.

Sweet-Beans Soup

Symbolizes sunrise.

Japanese chicken meatballs

Bamboo-Shoots Rice

azuki beans boiled and crushed, served in a bowl with mochi