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Chūtoro is one of the most beloved ingredients in Japanese tuna sushi and sashimi culture, a balance between akami (lean meat) and ōtoro (extra fatty tuna). Its exquisite balance of both flavors makes it truly appealing. With sushi’s rising popularity among international visitors to Japan, more people are captivated by chutoro’s deep flavor and texture. This article explores chutoro’s essential…
The Kamakura area, with its old Japanese townscape and scattered temples and shrines, is bustling with tourists on both weekdays and holidays. Around Kamakura Station, there are many restaurants offering takeout services and specialty sweet shops perfect for souvenirs! Here are some must-visit stores when touring Kamakura! Hato Sable: Kamakura’s popular classic souvenir One of Kamakura’s most iconic sweets is…
Japan’s summers are hot, humid, and exhausting. To cope with the draining weather, many people turn to a seasonal staple: unagi, or freshwater eel. For generations, eating unagi in summer has been more than a culinary preference—it’s a deeply rooted custom based on the belief that it restores energy and helps combat fatigue. The tradition blends cultural habit with practical…