Category: How To Cook Japanese

Is fish a staple food in Japan? Seafood is very popular in Japan. It is eaten pretty much everywhere and prepared in many different ways. Raw seafood (sushi) is very popular, but fish is also commonly grilled and used in other Japanese hot dishes. Meat is now popular in Japan and has been increasingly incorporated into the Japanese diet. Why… Continue reading "Quick Answer: Why Is Fish A Staple In Japanese Food?"

How does geography affect food? With increasing geographic isolation, most foods cost more and the quality of fresh produce was lower. Food affordability and quality may deter healthier food choice in geographically isolated communities. How does climate affect Japanese food? The rise will bring severe weather patterns, including heavier rains and floods, which is predicted to affect Japan’s most basic… Continue reading "Readers ask: How Geography Affected Japanese Food?"

What food is Sapporo famous for? Here are 9 specialty dishes you can’t miss in Sapporo! Soup Curry. Jingisukan (“Genghis Khan”) Miso Ramen ( Sapporo Ramen) Butter Corn Ramen. Ishikari Nabe. Kaisendon & Sushi. Zangi (Hokkaido-style Chicken Karaage) Sapporo Beer. What is Hokkaido famous food? Unlike other parts of Japan, Hokkaido is a large consumer of mutton and lamb. One… Continue reading "Readers ask: What Us Sapporo Japanese Food?"

How do you politely say you don’t like food? Talk Your Way Out of It “ I can’t wait to dig into [other dish]!” Say this while passing to the next person. “[Ingredient] bothers my stomach, so I ‘m going to pass on this one.” “This looks great, but I really want to enjoy what’s on my plate now.” “Oof,… Continue reading "Readers ask: How To Tell Someone In Japanese That You Don’t Like A Certain Food?"

How do you compliment food in Japanese? The more traditional way to praise the food is to say ‘Hoppe ga ochiru’. Curiously, it means that ‘the food is so nice that your cheeks are falling off’ which is a symbolic way to express the delicacy of the food. But the more formal way to appreciate good food is to say… Continue reading "FAQ: What Is Delicious Food In Japanese?"