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Ramen, constantly evolving, is one of the gourmet dishes that represents modern Japanese food culture. “Ramen Nagi Shinjuku Niboshi Golden-gai Honkan” (hereafter referred to as “Ramen Nagi”) in Tokyo, has played a key role in shaping the ever-expanding world of ramen flavors. By sparking the nation-wide movement of niboshi (dried sardine) ramen, it firmly established this unique style as a…
The Japanese word “kawaii,” meaning “cute,” has come to be a global term and phenomenon spread worldwide thanks to pop culture, including anime and manga. On top of that, you can see the influence of “kawaii” reflected in Japanese cuisine as well these days. Located in Shinjuku, “Shabu-shabu Honpo Shinjuku Usagiya (referred to below as ‘Usagiya’)” is a restaurant where…
When it comes to classic winter dishes in Japan, nothing beats nabe—hot pot. Made with a wide variety of simmered vegetables, meats, and seafood, nabe is a bubbling hot pot that warms both body and soul. Loved as a home-cooked comfort food, nabe also varies from region to region, with local ingredients and seasonings giving rise to an incredibly diverse…