Simmered Tuna Eyes: An acquired taste in Japanese cuisine. Rich, yet chewy, served with rich sauce
How to make Ume Mirin
Learn how to make Ume Mirin and explore the legality and fermentation process behind this traditional Japanese drink.
How To Prepare and Fillet Kawahagi
Insights on filleting Kawahagi (カワハギ), including liver usage, skin removal, and bone extraction.
Tonkatsu Narikura’s Recipe
Analyzing Tonkatsu Narikura’s recipe: Low temp frying, leaf lard, unique breadcrumb technique for ethereal crunch.
How to make Mulberry Matcha
How to Make Mulberry Matcha: A DIY Experiment. Grinding mulberry leaves, matcha decaffeination, and homemade alternatives explored.
How To Split Fish Heads In Half: Kabuto-wari
Learn the traditional Japanese technique of kabuto-wari for splitting fish heads cleanly in half and further into small pieces, essential for various dishes.
Tempura Niitome’s Recipe and -60°C Tempura Batter
Tempura Niitome’s secret: -60°C flour for crispy tempura. Flour dehydration, batter ratios, and key ingredients explored. Expert insights unveiled.
What is a Warabitsu
Warabitsu: Traditional Japanese straw basket in sushi restaurants keeps rice warm. Craftsmanship, maintenance, and pest control explained.
The Science Behind Udon Noodles
Explore the science behind perfect udon noodles: from gluten formation to hydration ratios. Unveil the secrets to ideal udon crafting.
Onikasago Hirezake Recipe
Explore the rich tradition of Onikasago Hirezake, a classic Japanese digestif crafted by steeping dried fish fins in hot sake.
Anraku Kiln’s Donabe Review
Anraku Kiln crafts innovative clay pots using clay and petalite from Gifu Prefecture, trusted by top chefs despite controversial methods.
Can You Make Umeshu From Apricots?
Learn how to create umeshu, or Japanese plum wine, using green unripe apricots as a substitute for Japanese plums.