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Defining onsen eggs What exactly is an onsen egg? An onsen egg, or onsen tamago in Japanese, is a traditional Japanese dish historically made by gently cooking an egg in the naturally heated waters of an onsen (hot spring). The result is a delicately textured egg with a softly set white and a rich, creamy yolk. The traditional cooking method…
Onigiri (rice balls) can be conveniently eaten with just one hand and enjoyed with a wide variety of fillings. They’re so widely enjoyed that many consider them Japan’s soul food—and it turns out they’re a big hit with international visitors as well. Part of their appeal lies in the endless possibilities for fillings and flavors. But what kinds of onigiri…
When it comes to food that puts Osaka on the map, it’s hard to argue against a stronger top two than お好み焼き okonomiyaki and たこ焼き takoyaki. One is a tangy pancake-like dish made on an open grill made to your liking, and the other are juicy dumplings that are packed with more flavor than their size suggests. Both have become…