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Video article 3:14
The "Neo Tonkotsu Ramen" of the High-Class, Reservation-Only Ramen Shop in Hiroo, Tokyo. Get a Taste of the Ramen Flavored With Delicious Spices and Oils!
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This video, titled "[GENEI . WAGAN (Hiroo, Tokyo)] Now Offering Its Finest Creation- Neo Tonkotsu Ramen! "GENEI . WAGAN," a ramen shop in Hiroo, Tokyo, now offers an innovative new type of ramen called Neo Tonkotsu Ramen. GENEI . WAGAN is the only ramen restaurant in Japan that serves ramen kaiseki, and is open only in the evening by reservation. GENEI . WAGAN released a limited edition Neo Tonkotsu Ramen as part of their lunchtime menu, and it attracted a lot of attention from ramen fans. The specialty ramen, which is based on tonkotsu (pork bone) and carefully prepared with unique oil and spices, has become a favorite among ramen fans. -
Video article 15:58
Discover the Profound World of "Mukimono," the Traditional Japanese Art of Decorative Garnishing. Check Out the Different Types of Japanese Makimono, the Vegetables Used, and the Meaning Behind Them!
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This video, titled "[Peony Daikon] Artisanal Vegetables|Mukimono|How It's Made" (【牡丹華大根】 細工野菜 むきもの 作り方), was released by "Japanese Food Craft Channel" (和食の技術チャンネル). Beautiful mukimono vegetables are sometimes served on Japanese plates. This video shows you how to make peony flower daikon radish. Other ingredients such as carrots, pumpkins and potatoes are also used for decoration. In addition to the flower and bird-shaped peonies, there are also peonies representing the four seasons and congratulatory peonies, which are so beautiful you'd never get bored looking at them. In the course of their training, Japanese chefs learn how to properly peel vegetables and even learn how to carve them. Just one piece of mukimono can make a dish look gorgeous. -
Video article 3:52
If you want to talk about tsukemen, you can't miss Daishouken! Here's the history of the restaurant that gave birth to Tsukemen, which is still very popular today!
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This video, titled "Higashi-Ikebukuro|Taishoken|Main Store (Famous for Its Roots in Tsukemen) Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima City" (東池袋 大勝軒 本店(つけめんのルーツの名店)豊島区南池袋). was released by "Nationwide Ramen Videos" (全国ラーメン動画). In this video, you'll learn about Taishoken's main store in Higashi-Ikebukuro that is famous for Kazuo Yamagishi, the father of dipping noodles. The history of Taishoken dates back as far as 1948, and the ramen that became the starting point for shoyu ramen in Japan was created by Marucho, the shop that can be called the original Taishoken. From there, Yamagishi opened Taishoken with the wish to "greatly outperform the competition," which sparked the Tsukemen (dipping noodle) boom. In this video, you can see a sample of the noodles at the Higashi-Ikebukuro Taishoken main store, which is famous for dipping noodles. Be sure to check it out! -
Video article 5:30
Yakitori Has Been a Favorite Dish of the Japanese for Centuries! Watch It Sizzle Before Your Eyes at It's Cooked!
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Freshly Cooked Yakitori at Japan's Food Stalls This is a video of yakitori being grilled and taste tested at a yakitori stall. There are two types of yakitori: one in which chicken is skewered and grilled over charcoal or gas fire, and the other in which chicken is not skewered, but rather, cooked on a teppan grill. This is the type of yakitori found in Ehime Prefecture and other places. The former is probably the more popular variety, but at this stall, the yakitori is pressed on a teppan and then grilled over a gas fire at the end. Pressing helps to brown the chicken by releasing the oil, and the press also steams the chicken so it cooks faster. Yakitori goes great with beer or sake. You can often find yakitori stalls at festivals and other events. -
Video article 38:02
You'll Feel Like You're at a Sushi Shop! A Variety of Excellent Dishes Prepared by a Skilled Sushi Chef!
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This video, titled "Japanese Food - $300 HIGH END SUSHI Teruzushi SUSHIBAE Japan" was produced by Travel Thirsty. Takayoshi Watanabe, the owner of Teruzushi, a sushi restaurant in Tobata, Kitakyushu, makes a variety of sushi. Takayoshi Watanabe's knife handling is nothing short of brilliant. The video is quite long, at nearly 40 minutes, but it's well worth the watch! The eel sushi that appears at 15:15 is absolutely amazing. The rest of the sushi is also tantalizing. If you don't get a chance to visit Japan often, watch this video to get your fill! Also, check out Takayoshi Watanabe's facial expressions... -
Video article 3:28
Sukiyabashi Jiro - A Michelin-Starred Restaurant for Eight Consecutive Years! What the Artisans at Japan's Leading Sushi Restaurant Have to Say About Sushi!
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This video is titled "Sukiyabashi Jiro|Ono Jiro, the Sushi God" (すきやばし次郎 神様小野次郎). It was released by "mrlll." This video introduces Sukiyabashi Jiro, a famous sushi restaurant in Japan that has been awarded three stars by Michelin for eight consecutive years. Every piece of sushi made is sparkling and pleasing to the eye, and the taste is also indescribable, making Sukiyabashi Jiro famous as one of Japan's leading restaurants. It is famous for being the place where former American president, Barack Obama, visited, and it is a sushi restaurant we highly recommend checking out if you can. In this video, Jiro Ono, a chef at Sukiyabashi Jiro, talks about his sushi. -
Video article 3:08
These Cute Fox-Shaped Rice Crackers Are the Perfect Souvenir From the Popular Fushimi Inari Shrine! A Look at How These Delicious Treats Are Made!
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Fox-Shaped Rice Crackers at Fushimi Inari Shrine! This video, titled “Kyoto KITUNE SENBEI Japanese Traditional Sweet Japanese Street Food Japan,” was released by “Food Spirit.” It shows kitsune senbei (fox-shaped rice crackers), a traditional confectionary of Kyoto, being sold. There are a number of popular stores near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City. Among them, the famous Kitsune Senbei from Inariya, introduced in the video, are ideal for both eating as a snack and taking home as a souvenir. In the video, you can see how these fox-shaped rice crackers are made. Check it out! A Closer Look at Kyoto’s Fox-Shaped Rice Crackers Source :YouTube screenshot The kitsune senbei (狐, Kitsune - "Fox"; 煎餅, Senbei - "Rice Crackers") from Inariya are, as the name suggests, rice crackers shaped like fox masks. There are many stone statues of foxes at Fushimi Inari Shrine, and these cute fox-shaped rice crackers are adorable souvenirs reminiscent of these. The origins of these fox-shaped rice crackers can be traced back to the time when red miso rice crackers baked in Gifu were changed to Kyoto-style white miso. Later, Inariya invented and popularized Kitsune Senbei (きつね煎餅), Tsujiura Senbei (辻占煎餅, Fortune crackers), Otafuku Senbei (お多福煎餅), and other festive rice crackers unique to Fushimi Inari Shrine. Try the Tasty, Fox-Shaped Rice Crackers From Inariya! Source :YouTube screenshot These Kitsune senbei rice crackers are characterized by the fact that they are carefully hand-baked, one sheet at a time, using traditional ingredients. The dough is made by mixing white miso, sesame seeds, and sugar with flour and then baking the rice crackers until they’ve got an addictive, crispy and crunchy texture. You can see the deliciously baked Kitsune Senbei from 2:07 in the video. Kitsune Senbei have won the Kyoto Prefecture Outstanding Craftsmanship Award, as well as the Gold Medal and the Honorary President's Award at the National Confectionary Exposition. The packaging of Inariya's Kitsune Senbei rick crackers is also worth noting as it features impactful illustrations. Inariya's fortune crackers also include a fortune slip that can be exchanged for a souvenir! Chinese and English versions are also available, so foreign tourists can purchase them without having to worry about not understanding them. More About Fushimi Inari Shrine Photo:The romon gate of Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto Prefecture Fushimi Inari Shrine is a popular spot that ranks first on the list of popular tourist attractions for inbound tourists to Japan. Fushimi Inari Shrine is the headquarters of more than 30,000 Inari shrines in Japan, and the shrine is dedicated to the god of good harvests, offering many benefits, such as prosperous business, etc. The shrine is also the site of seasonal events, such as the Hatsuuma Grand Festival "Fukumairi," as well as the fantastic Yoimiya and Motomiya Festivals, both of which feature lantern dedications. Summary of Kitsune Senbei, Kyoto’s Fox-Shaped Rice Crackers! Source :YouTube screenshot This video gives an introduction to how the popular snack/souvenir, Kitsune Senbei, are made, so be sure to check it out! Inariya's Kitsune Senbei rice crackers are not available for purchase online, but can be purchased at Kyoto Station as well as at stores near Fushimi Inari Shrine. We recommend stopping by Kyoto Station to purchase some as souvenirs! 【Yelp】Inariya https://www.yelp.com/biz/%E7%B7%8F%E6%9C%AC%E5%AE%B6-%E3%81%84%E3%81%AA%E3%82%8A%E3%82%84-%E4%BA%AC%E9%83%BD%E5%B8%82 -
Video article 30:16
Ichiran Ramen - This Popular Fukuoka Tonkotsu Ramen Restaurant Is One of the Hottest Noodle Spots in Japan! A Look at Their Unique System, How To Order, and Different Dishes on the Menu!
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A Look at Ichiran, a Popular Fukuoka Ramen Restaurant This video, titled "Japanese Food - ICHIRAN Best Ramen in the World! Fukuoka Japan," was released by "Travel Thirsty." It introduces the popular Fukuoka ramen restaurant, "Ichiran." Ichiran was first established in 1960 as a food stall under the name "Futaba Ramen." It later moved to Ogori, Fukuoka and changed its name to Ichiran and became a popular chain restaurant. A Look at the Unique Ordering System at Ichiran Source :YouTube screenshot As seen at 0:26 in the video, at Ichiran, rather than a server taking your order you order from a ticket vending machine. Ichiran's ramen is reasonably priced, starting at ¥890 for a bowl. After receiving their original tea, you can write down your personal preferences on the order form, including things like flavor intensity, richness, and noodle consistency, and you can even add toppings, such as garlic, green onions, and chashu pork (char siu). The order form is also available in English, Chinese, and Korean, so even if you don't speak Japanese you can feel comfortable ordering. You can see the ordering process at 1:01 in the video. What Makes Ichiran Unique? Source :YouTube screenshot Ichiran is known as the originator of ramen noodles with a red chili-based sauce floating in the middle of the ramen. At 2:24 in the video you can see their patented "Flavor Concentration System," where each seat has its own private space. They also offer an ordering system and a refill system to cater to customers' preferences, and use spring water for noodles to make ramen with zero trans-fatty acids and natural collagen. In recent years, a "100% Tonkotsu Free Ramen" has been developed and has attracted considerable attention. Where To Eat the Delicious Ichiran Ramen Featured in the Video Source :YouTube screenshot Ichiran has many restaurants in Fukuoka City, including its flagship restaurant and its first restaurant in Nanokawa, as well as many more restaurants in places like Sendai, Sapporo, Osaka, and areas near train stations in Shinjuku. As of June 2020, Ichiran has 84 locations worldwide. Overseas, the company has opened stores in New York, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. You can also buy instant Ichiran Ramen online. The Dazaifu Sando branch's "Success Ramen" (合格ラーメン, Gokaku Ramen) and the Tenjin and Nishijin branches' Go-Tetsu Men are menu items you'll only find in Fukuoka. Also, look out for the "ICHIRAN Select 5" offered at Ichiran's Ginza branch. At Ichiran no Mori, a ramen development factory located in Itoshima, Fukuoka, you can tour the factory and purchase ramen for souvenirs! Summary of the Popular Fukuoka Ramen Restaurant, Ichiran Source :YouTube screenshot Ichiran, a ramen restaurant from Fukuoka, is popular for its unique style of tonkotsu ramen with a secret red sauce on top. If after watching the video you're itching for a delicious bowl of ramen, be sure to check if there are any Ichiran locations near you. If not, you can always book a trip to Japan! 【Official Website】Ichiran https://ichiran.com/ -
Video article 6:42
The Chef at Kaotan Ramen Entotsuya Makes Some of the Best Bowls of Ramen Around! From a Chef Who's Been Making Ramen for More Than 30 Years!
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This video titled "Kazumoto Ochiai is One of Tokyo's Ramen Masters — First Person," was released by "Eater." In this video, Kazumoto Ochiai introduces himself as the owner of Kaotan Ramen Entotsuya. Kaotan Ramen Entotsuya is a long-established ramen shop that was established in 1983 and has been open for 37 years in Nishi-Azabu. Not only do they focus on the taste of the food, but they also focus on customer service, and they always try to match each customer's bowl of ramen to their own palette. In this video, Kazumoto Ochiai, the owner of a restaurant where you can enjoy both the taste and the interaction with staff, talks about his journey and what his ideas behind his ramen. Be sure to check it out. -
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The Three-Star Michelin Guide Japanese Restaurant "Gion Sasaki" Prepares "Minazuki no Hassun," a Dish to Pray for Good Health
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Minazuki no Hassun - A Dish to Pray for Good Health, Prepared by the Three-Michelin Star Restaurant, Gion Sasaki This video shows Gion Sasaki preparing "minazuki no hassun," a dish to pray for good health. Gion Sasaki opened in 1997 in Ponto-cho, Gion, and after moving once in Gion, opened its current location in 2006 in Gion, where many old establishments are still standing. The restaurant has been awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide. The appetizer is served in the middle of a Kaiseki course, and is a dish that features several dishes made from seafood, vegetables, and other ingredients, allowing you to enjoy a little bit of everything. The name for the month of June on the lunisolar calendar is "Minazuki" (水無月) in Japanese. There is also a "wagashi" (Japanese confectionery) called "Mizunazuki" which is a sweet with azuki beans on top of uirou (sweet rice jelly), and in Kyoto, it is customary to eat this sweet in June, halfway through the year when the summer purification ceremonies are held, to pray for good health for the remaining half of the year. Gion Sasaki's "Minazuki no Hassun" includes a variety of dishes that pray for six months of good health, such as matcha uiro topped with azuki beans, sushi rolls made of vinegared rice that looks like mashed potatoes, roasted duck, Hachiman-maki, nasu dengaku, and tomatoes. Be sure to check out how it's made in the video! ◆Gion Sasaki Store Information◆ 【Address】1F, 566-27 Komatsucho Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu 605-0811 【Access】A 10-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station / A 12-minute walk from Shijo-Kawaramachi Station off the Hankyu Kyoto Line 【Price Range】¥30,000+ 【Hours】【Lunch】12:00- Simultaneous start【Dinner】18:30- 【Closures】Sundays・The 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month・Irregular 【Parking】None 【Phone】075-551-5000 【Official Homepage】Gion Sasaki http://gionsasaki.com/ 【Tabelog】Gion Sasaki (祇園 さゝ木) https://tabelog.com/en/kyoto/A2601/A260301/26001863/ -
Video article 5:05
Recreate Masuzushi With Donaldson Trout! How to Cook This Toyama Specialties at Home!
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This video, released by "Rakusan Cook" (楽参クック), is titled "ますの寿司」'Masu no Sushi' with trout salmon." This video shows how to make masuzushi at home using Donaldson trout, a specialty of Toyama. In the video they use a cake mold for the round shape of masuzushi. They also use Donaldson trout (called "trout salmon" in Japanese), and you can see how beautiful it is in the video! -
Video article 9:19
Ginza Hachigo, a Ramen Shop That Touched Down in Ginza Like a Meteor! How the French Master Makes His Ramen!
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This video, titled "Hiashi-Ginza [Ginza Hachigo] a French Chef's Ramen|A Bowl That Defies What You Know About Ramen! [Ramen Walker TV Episode #221]" (東銀座『銀座 八五』フレンチの巨匠が生んだ ラーメンの概念を覆す一杯!【ラーメンWalkerTV #221】), was released by "ramenwalker." This video introduces the ramen shop "Ginza Hachigo," located in Ginza. The restaurant's wouldn't have you believe you're at a ramen shop, but rather at a high-end sushi restaurant, making it a truly new ramen experience. This ramen was created by a famous French chef who was once known as a "modern master craftsman" in Kyoto prefecture, and was perfected using only soup. In addition, the pepper caviar sprinkled on top gives it the perfect aroma, creating a ramen that is both somehow ramen and not ramen. This video introduces Ginza Hachigo in detail, so check it out! -
Video article 9:23
Shinasoba Tanaka Is Characterized by an Abundance of Niboshi in Its Soup. A Taste of This Delicious Ramen Made With Carefully Selected Dried Niboshi!
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This video, titled "Higashi-Ikebukuro [Shina Soba Tanaka] 2018, A Major Renewal in Its Five Years Since Opening! A New Ramen Based on the Concept of "Repaying Our Debt to the Sea of Chiba"! [Ramen Walker TV Episode #218]" (東池袋『志奈そば 田なか』2018年、オープン5年を機に一大リニューアルを敢行!“千葉の海へ恩返し”をコンセプトに掲げた渾身の新作ラーメン!【ラーメンWalkerTV #218】), was released by "ramenwalker." This video introduces "Shinasoba Tanaka," a ramen shop that has become popular for its seafood flavored ramen. The soup is made with Isumi pork skin and anchovies, and the flavor of the soup is very delicate and refreshing. This ramen, that makes the most of all the flavorful ingredients used, has exploded in popularity, making it a very popular ramen shop for men and women of all ages. Check out the video to see the ramen at Shinasoba Tanaka! -
Video article 20:45
The Masterful Skills of a Sushi Chef Whose Signature Pose Has Been Making a Buzz Around the World! Teruzushi in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Is Excellent Not Only in Terms of Performance, but Also in Terms of Taste!
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Live Kuruma Prawns! a Castella-Like Tamagoyaki Made by Teruzushi in Tobata, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture This video, presented by Travel Thirsty, is a video of live kuruma prawns baked with fresh eggs, from the store to the kitchen! The restaurant featured in this video is Teruzushi, located in Tobata Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Takayoshi Watanabe, the third-generation owner of Teruzushi, makes strong facial expressions on social media, and the counter seats are quickly filled with reservations to watch him perform. However, Teruzushi is not just about striking poses, it's also a Michelin-starred restaurant. As you can see in the video, the tamagoyaki served after the sushi is made with kuruma prawns and fresh eggs, which is a testament to the restaurant's commitment to excellence. You can see chef Watanabe cutting the tamagoyaki at 19:58 in the video. When he holds it up to the camera you can see just how fluffy it is. Be sure to check out his skills in the video! ◆Teruzushi Store Information◆ 【Address】3-1-7, Sugawara, Tobata, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, 804-0044, Japan 【Access】17 minutes from JR Hakata Station to JR Kokura by Shinkansen / 17 minutes by taxi from JR Kokura Station / 5 minutes by taxi from JR Tobata Station / 1514 meters from Tobata Station 【Avg. Cost】¥3000+ 【Hours】[Mon - Fri] 12:00-14:00 / 17:30-22:30 [Sat・Sun・Holidays] 12:00-14:00 / 17:30-20:00 / 20:30- 【Closures】Irregular holidays 【Parking】None ※Coin parking nearby 【Phone】090-9567-2202 【Official Homepage】Teruzushi http://terusushi.jp/ 【Tabelog】Teruzushi (照寿司) https://tabelog.com/en/fukuoka/A4004/A400402/40001637/ -
Video article 9:42
Hopeken, the Original Back-Fat Tonkotsu Ramen! What's the Secret to the Popularity of This 24-Hour Ramen Shop That Has Been Visited by So Many Celebrities?
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This video, titled "Sendagaya [Hopeken] Guest: Karin Ito (Nogizaka 46) Founded in 1960! the Original Tokyo Back Fat and Tonkotsu Ramen Shop [Ramen Walker TV Episode #200]" (千駄ヶ谷「ホープ軒」ゲスト:伊藤かりん(乃木坂46)1960年に創業!元祖・東京背脂豚骨ラーメンの名店【ラーメンWalkerTV #200】), was released by "ramenwalker." This video introduces Hopeiken, the original back fat and pork bone ramen restaurant. This ramen shop has been in business for 30 years and is the pioneer of the popular back-fat tonkotsu ramen. In addition to being a ramen shop that uses back fat, the shop is also open 24 hours a day, which is unusual for a ramen shop. Even in these days when it is difficult to open a shop, they are still open 24 hours a day! In this video, you can see the ramen at Hopeken, so if you're interested in ramen, check it out! -
Video article 8:47
Delicious Nigiri Sushi at the Popular Sushi Restaurant "Hakkoku" in Ginza. Come See What This Reservation-Only Sushi Restaurant Is All About!
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Hakkoku - A Sushi Restaurant in Tokyo's Famous Ginza District This video shows the sushi of "Hakkoku" in Ginza, Tokyo. Hakkoku is an Edo-mae style sushi restaurant where the rice is made with red vinegar. The course begins with hand-rolled sushi, where you are handed a rare part of the base of the head of the tuna, called "tossaki," followed by seasonal Edo-mae sushi dishes. The restaurant has a private counter room, which is rare in Ginza, and can be used for treating customers of one's company. The restaurant is typically fully booked and it's hard to get a reservation for it, so be sure to check out the video to see their expert skills. ◆Hakkoku Store Information◆ 【Address】Hakkoku - 3F, 6-7-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan 【Access】199 meters from Ginza Station off the Ginza and Hibiya subway lines 【Avg. Cost】¥30000+ 【Hours】17:00-22:00 (Last entry) 【Closures】Sundays, Holidays 【Parking】None 【Phone】03-6280-6555 【Yelp】Hakkoku (はっこく) https://www.yelp.com/biz/%E3%81%AF%E3%81%A3%E3%81%93%E3%81%8F-%E4%B8%AD%E5%A4%AE%E5%8C%BA?osq=hakkoku -
Video article 9:47
Not Only Do They Serve Ramen, They Also Serve Snacks at "Kujira Shokudo Nonowa"! The Soft, Hand-Made Noodles and Plethora of Ingredients Go Great With Alcohol!
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This video, titled "Higashi-Koganei [Kujira Shokudo Nonowa Higashi Koganei] Recommended for a Drink and Some Ramen! Abura Soba With Lots of Toppings to Choose From [Ramen Walker TV Episode #222]" (東小金井『くじら食堂 nonowa東小金井店』ラ飲みにもオススメ!ツマミにもなる具だくさん油そば【ラーメンWalkerTV #222】), was released by "ramenwalker." This video introduces Kujira Shokudo nonowa's Higashi Koganei branch, which is very famous among those looking for a snack after some drinks. The most distinctive feature of their ramen is their soft, hand-made noodles, which is one of the reasons why their Aburasoba (oil soba) is so popular. While the noodles are of course amazing, there's also a mountain of toppings to choose from, and it's become a renowned ramen shop where you can enjoy drinks as well. This video shows you what the ramen is like, so be sure to check it out! -
Video article 9:25
The Famous, Impactful HAIDEN KOKKO FACTORY Ramen RIRIY. What's This Ramen Restaurant All About?
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This video, titled "Haijima's "HAIDEN KOKKO FACTORY Ramen RIRIY" Is a Famous Ramen Shop Where You Can Enjoy It to the Very End! Ramen King Takeshi Yamamoto, Great Ramen King" (拝島「ハイデン.コッコFACTORY らーめん 凛々」ラーメンなのに、最後にはアレが楽しめちゃう魅惑の名店!ラーメン王・山本剛志さん、ラーメン大王・小), was released by "ramenwalker." This video introduces HAIDEN KOKKO FACTORY Ramen RIRIY. The soup is made from a lavish broth with a seafood taste, made from Hinai-Jidori chicken from Akita Prefecture, soy sauce, and chicken fat. It's worth mentioning that there's a "soup-wari" event, where you can enjoy 10 different types of soup that change daily. In this video, you can see a detailed explanation of HAIDEN KOKKO FACTORY Ramen RIRIY, so if you're interested, be sure to check it out. -
Video article 25:42
The Artisans at Hyorokutei Akasaka Masterfully Process Eel With Their Brilliant Knife Skills! This Video Will Have You Craving Some Eel!
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The Artisans of Hyorokutei Akasaka Will Mesmerize You! From Processing Live Eel, All the Way to Unaju! This video, released by "Travel Thirsty," shows eel being taken straight from the tank and being turned into delicious unaju. The video shows the cooking and serving of unaju as well as tempura and even unseasoned eel. At Hyorokutei Akasaka, the rice is cooked in a cauldron and the eel and fish are grilled over a charcoal fire, with a variety of options on the menu, including unaju, hitsumabushi, set meals, donburis, and more. Additionally, they have natural and farmed eels, so you can compare flavors! Be sure to check out the video to see the chefs preparing and grilling eel over a charcoal fire. ◆Hyorokutei Akasaka Store Information◆ 【Address】3-16-8 Tokai Annex Bldg. 1F, Akasaka, Minato 107-0052 Tokyo Prefecture 【Access】219 meters from Akasaka Subway Station / Akasaka-mitsuke Station 【Avg. Cost】¥3,000+ 【Hours】11:30-15:00 (L.O. 14:00) / Weekdays 17:30-23:00 (L.O. 22:00) / Sat., Sun., Holidays 17:30-22:00(L.O. 21:00) 【Closures】Sundays 【Parking】None 【Phone】03-5545-6314 【Official Homepage】Hyorokutei Akasaka https://kiwa-group.co.jp/hyourokutei_akasaka/ 【Tripadvisor】Hyorokutei Akasaka https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g14129743-d15180153-Reviews-Hyorokutei_Asakasa-Akasaka_Minato_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html -
Video article 10:34
Onigiri: The Ultimate Japanese Food, Loved by Many. A Look at the Surprisingly Unknown Appeal of This Snack, and How to Make Delicious Tuna Mayo Onigiri!
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Introducing the Secrets of Onigiri- The Ultimate Japanese Snack This is a video by "Japanese Food Music" that introduces Japan's tuna mayo Onigiri. Onigiri is a historical Japanese food that has been around since the Yayoi period (300 BC-250 AD). This item is loved by many people due to its simple preparation and delicious flavor. This article will talk about the secrets of onigiri’s popularity as a supreme Japanese food, as well as methods for making delicious tuna mayo onigiri as shown in the video. The Appeal of “Onigiri” as a Popular Japanese Meal Photo:Onigiri and bento Japan’s “washoku” (Japanese food) has been designated as an intangible cultural heritage. Within it, onigiri has gained popularity as a standard food product. Onigiri is also referred to as “nigiri-meshi” and “o-musubi.” As one might be able to tell by its Japanese name (握る- Nigiru, meaning to press into shape), this rice-ball food is made by holding rice and squeezing it into a triangular, cylindrical, or spherical shape. Onigiri, despite being easily made even by small children, has limitless variations in its recipes as well as a large variety of ingredients, seasonings and ways to squeeze, shape and wrap it. This is why people can eat and enjoy onigiri without ever getting bored. Onigiri is also a type of “soul food” whose ingredients and cooking methods differ in each region of Japan, so travelers in Japan might find it worthwhile to enjoy onigiri from each area of Japan that they visit. Examples of region-specific onigiri include “Tenmusu,” which is made with tempura shrimp from Aichi Prefecture, and “Pork tamago (egg) omusubi,” a type of onigiri from Okinawa which contains pork meat and fried eggs. Onigiri are sold at convenience stores, supermarkets, and set meal restaurants, and its easy access is a very pleasing point for onigiri lovers. In addition, onigiri can be easily eaten for breakfast and/or with bento box meals at lunchtime. Being a standard part of bento boxes and lunch menus, onigiri is something that virtually all Japanese people have eaten, and this is due to being familiar with this cuisine ever since childhood when onigiri was made and wrapped by their own mothers. Onigiri recipes & variations Photo:Onigiri Onigiri is a popular Japanese food that can be made solely with the most basic of cooking ingredients such as rice, onigiri fillings, salt and nori dried seaweed wrapping. The most popular type of onigiri, of course, is tuna and mayonnaise-flavored onigiri with tuna as its main ingredient. Tuna mayonnaise is well known for its use not only with onigiri but also with sandwiches and cooking bread. There are also standard onigiri riceballs such as those with bonito flakes and pickled plums, and there are even types of onigiri which involve the use of fresh seafood such as maguro tuna as well as onigiri made with fried foods. For those of you who are worried about calories, you can still enjoy your onigiri eating experience by choosing simple salted riceballs without onigiri fillings. Yet another appealing point of onigiri is how different onigiri fillings and methods of squeezing/wrapping can completely change the way we enjoy this food. Let’s Try Making Tuna Mayo Onigiri! Photo:Making Onigiri There are a variety of tricks and techniques that are necessary for preparing good tasting tuna mayo onigiri. This video presents detailed instructions on methods (recipes) for making onigiri. As shown at the beginning of this video, the number one feature of onigiri here is its preparation by cooking rice in a Japanese clay pot. Please note that this is an absolute must for making the most delicious onigiri possible! First, you put washed rice and water in the clay pot together with soy sauce, Japanese sake (rice wine), Mirin cooking wine and sesame oil. Then, after adding a proper amount of soup stock powder, we heat the pot to cook the rice. We then let the cooked rice steam for about 10 minutes, during which time we prepare the tuna mayonnaise. Canned tuna used for this part of the recipe is sold anywhere in Japan at places such as supermarkets and convenience stores. This point is explained starting at 3:49 in the video. After draining the oil out of the tuna can, mix in small amounts of mayonnaise, soup stock powder, and soy sauce. From there, tuck the tuna mayonnaise into some rice and squeeze it together gently. Although not shown in the video, you can also add salt here to further enhance the flavors of the onigiri fillings. Finally, wrap lightly roasted seaweed wrappings around the tuna mayonnaise riceball, at which point our onigiri is complete! While the nori seaweed described here is of course an important ingredient for giving the onigiri good taste, but it is also the wisdom of our ancestors for keeping the rice from crumbling in your hands and making it easier to deliver this tasty treat to your mouth! Please be sure to take a look at this video for a detailed look at this recipe. Summary of Onigiri, Japan’s Ultimate Food Item Has this article and video helped you to appreciate the appeal and popularity of Onigiri as a simple yet profound example of Japanese cuisine? This video comes with a presentation of preparation methods for some very tasty-looking Onigiri, so be careful when watching it on an empty stomach…(lol) -
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Japanese Sweets, AKA "Wagashi," Are Beautiful To Look at and Filled With the Japanese Spirit of Hospitality! Enjoy Confectionaries and Matcha Making Experiences at Tsuruya Yoshinobu!
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Tsuruya Yoshinobu - A Confectionery Shop in Nishijin, Kyoto This video, titled "JAPANESE CANDY ART Incredible WAGASHI Traditional Sweets Tokyo Japan," was created by "Travel Thirsty." The video shows the traditional preparation process of fresh confectionaries by the long-established confectionary shop "Tsuruya Yoshinobu" in Nishijin, Kyoto at their Tokyo branch. "Namagashi," which are made by wrapping red bean paste and shaping it into seasonal flowers and fruit shapes, are highly regarded for their beautiful appearance. Recommended Products of Yoshinobu Tsuruya Introduced in the Video Source :YouTube screenshot The confectionaries of Tsuruya Yoshinobu, a long-established Japanese confectionary shop established in 1803, are filled with the Japanese spirit of hospitality. Tsuruya Yoshinobu's "Yu-Mochi" is made of Gyuhi (a kind of rice cake made from glutinous rice flour) and has a Yuzu fruit flavor. It won the prize in the Gift Packaging Award at the Japan Packaging Contest held by the Japan Packaging Institute. Fukuhauchi is a confectionary made of Momoyama dough wrapped with white bean paste, and is said that it was purchased by Empress Shoken at the end of the Meiji Period (around 1867). Other popular items include Yokan, Kohakuto, shaved ice, Kyokanze, and arrowroot-flavored Ogura Zenzai. In addition to Tsuruya Yoshinobu's Tokyo branch shown in the video, they also have their flagship store in Kyoto that sells sweets that can only be tasted in Kyoto, so be sure to keep an eye out for them if you're visiting the Kyoto branch. The Tsuruya Yoshinobu Main Shop Source :YouTube screenshot The Tsuruya Yoshinobu main shop was built in 1992 in the style of a traditional Kyoto "Machiya" (townhouse). The building is characterized by a traditional Japanese Sukiya-style architecture. At the entrance of the main shop, there is a large signboard with the symbolic Kyoto specialty "Yu-Mochi," and in the entrance window, there's an Omotenashi display for welcoming customers. There are a lot to enjoy. There is also a tea room, a tea garden, a tea house, a resting place, a tea room called "Kayu-Jaya," a resting place, a tearoom called "Yu-shin," and a cedar door painting called "Tancho-tsuru" (丹頂鶴, "Red-crowned Crane") by Atsushi Uemura. At the "Kayu-jaya" demonstration counter, the artisans themselves will demonstrate how wagashi are made. This video shows demonstrations of Wagashi making, such as chestnut confectioneries at 0:18 and beautiful confectioneries that look like cherry blossoms at 7:04. All of them look so beautiful that it's hard to even eat them. Buying Confectioneries From Tsuruya Yoshinobu in Tokyo Source :YouTube screenshot In 2015, the Tsuruya Yoshinobu IRODORI shop opened at Kyoto Station, Hachijoguchi. In this shop, they offer a "to-go" option for some of the products. This is perfect if you're traveling on the Shinkansen. Thanks to their Tokyo branch shown in the video you can buy the famous confectioneries from Nishijin, Kyoto, in Tokyo. There's even a Japanese confectionery café in Nihonbashi (日本橋), so consider stopping by if you're looking for a place to take a break. Summary of Tsuruya Yoshinobu Source :YouTube screenshot The wagashi featured in the video are beautiful and taste amazing. They also look great on Instagram! Be sure to check out the video if you still haven't yet, as you can see the awesome skills of the chefs as the make traditional Japanese confectionaries. ◆Tsuruya Yoshinobu Tokyo Branch|General Information◆ 【Address】1-5-5, Nihonbashi Muromachi-cho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0022 【Access】Directly connected to the underground station of Mitsukoshimae Station via the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon and Ginza Lines (Exit A6). 【Hours】First Floor Shop 9:00-18:00; Second Floor Kayu-jaya / Rest Area 9:30-18:00 (last order 17:30) 【Closures】First Floor shop: Closed on New Year's Day / some Wednesdays ※Closed every Wednesday from September to November Second Floor Kayu-jaya / Rest Area: Closed every Wednesday (Open on national holidays) 【Phone】075-441-0105 ※The hours of operation may have changed, so please check before you visit. 【Official Website】Kyo-Kasho Tsuruya Yoshinobu Official Online store https://www.tsuruyayoshinobu.jp/shop/pages/en_about.aspx -
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Meet the Female Sushi Chefs Who Serve Dainty Sushi With the Same Level of Knife Skills as Their Male Counterparts! The Owner of the Famous Shop "Uotakesushi" in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Talks About Her Commitment to Japanese Food!
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千葉由美さんは全国でも珍しい女性の寿司職人 この動画は「Eater」が公開した静岡県清水区で寿司職人として活躍する千葉由美(Yumi Chiba)さんにインタビューを行った「How Master Sushi Chef Yumi Chiba Perfected Tamago — Omakase Japan」です。 寿司は日本のグルメの歴史の中で日本食・和食を代表するほどの食べ物になった。 現在では世界中に寿司職人が存在しており、日本人のみならず、世界中の日本食・和食好きに愛されている。 しかし寿司職人の多くは男性であり、女性の寿司職人を見ることは殆どない。 静岡県清水区で江戸前寿司をもてなしているグルメ店「魚竹寿し」の女性の寿司職人・千葉由美さん。 日本食屋・和食屋では非常に珍しい女性の板前である千葉由美さんだが、その職人技は男性顔負けであり、魚を捌く様子は真剣なそのものだ。 女性の寿司職人が少ない理由とは? 寿司職人のグルメの歴史において「寿司は男性が握るもの」という考え方は古くより存在している。 これは「女性の高い体温では握りを作る際にネタが傷んでしまう」と言われていたためである。 もちろんこの考えは根拠が殆んどなく、女性より体温の高い男性はいくらでもいる。 しかしながら、日本のグルメで古くから信じられてきたこの考えは寿司職人業界で「女人禁制」という文化を定着させているのも事実だ。 現在、寿司を提供している日本食屋・和食屋において、世界的なグルメ本『ミシュランガイド』に掲載されている店は400店以上もある。 しかし、それらのお店で女性の寿司職人はたった1人しかいないほどだ。 千葉由美さんの作る寿司へのこだわり 千葉さんが代表取締役を務める「魚竹寿し」では、伝統的な江戸前寿司を提供している。 寿司はもちろんのこと、旬のネタや新鮮な魚介類・海鮮を使った「お造り」も人気のグルメだ。 なかでも寿司を中心に日本食・和食に欠かせない厚焼き玉子(玉子焼き)は、千葉さんが最も時間をかけるグルメだ。 その製法は消えるような弱火でじっくりと玉子を焼いていく、昔ながらの作り方である。玉子を焼き終わるのに1時間以上もかかるという。 海外でも愛される日本食・和食の文化の紹介まとめ 日本食・和食は世界中のグルメで愛されている料理だ。 特に生魚を食べる文化のない海外においては、魚の刺身や寿司は口にする機会がなく、本場の寿司を食べるために日本に旅行に来る方も少なくはない。 寿司は日本が世界に誇るグルメであることは間違いないが、「女人禁制」という閉鎖的な考え方も並列して存在している。 最近では女性が日本食・和食の板前になることも増えつつあるが、まだまだ数は少ない。 女性の板前だからといって味が落ちることはない。女性の板前を見かけても否定的にならず、好意的に捉えることが、これからの日本食・和食のグルメの促進につながるだろう。 -
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A Traditional Japanese Breakfast Is the Source of Energy for the Japanese! Enjoy a Classic Japanese Menu of Rice Served in an Earthenware Pot, Miso Soup, Grilled Fish, and Tamagoyaki!
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Enjoy a Traditional Japanese Breakfast! This video, titled "日本の朝ごはん 和食編 How to make a Japanese Breakfast.," was uploaded by "makira cooking channel." It shows how to make a traditional Japanese breakfast using an earthenware pot. If you stay at a Japanese onsen ryokan (hot spring inn), you can enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast made with local ingredients. You can even make that same delicious food in your own home! Cook a unique Japanese breakfast and experience Japanese culture. But first, be sure to check out how it’s done in this video. Traditional Japanese Rice Cooked in an Earthenware Pot Photo:Earthenware rice In this video, you can see how a traditional Japanese breakfast is made. First, as shown at 0:37 in the video, you’ll need to cook the rice in an earthenware pot. Start by putting the rice in the earthenware pot and washing it. Add 200-230 ml of water per 180 ml of rice, and put the earthenware pot over the flame. Bring the pot to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer and cook for about 15 more minutes. After the 15 minutes have passed, let the rice steam for another 10ish minutes to finish your delicious earthenware rice. It may be difficult getting used to at first, but with a little practice, you'll have it down in no time! The reason why this method is so appealing is that the rice has a very different flavor from that cooked in a rice cooker, so we really recommend giving it a try if you have the chance. You can see the glistening rice cooked in the earthenware pot at 7:37 in the video. Miso Soup - An Essential Part of Japanese Breakfast Photo:Washoku, miso soup The dashi (soup stock) for the popular Japanese dish, miso soup, is made with ingredients such as dried bonito flakes, kombu, and niboshi (dried sardines). Putting these ingredients in just the right amount of water and letting them soak overnight makes for a delicious broth. For the miso soup, add your favorite ingredients, such as leeks and tofu. If you use abura-age, be sure to wash it with boiling water before adding it your soup. This removes any excess oil. You can see this recipe at 4:14 in the video. The Japanese Breakfast Menu Photo:Cooked salmon In Japan, cooked salmon is another essential part of any Japanese breakfast. The plump, grilled salmon pairs well with white rice. We also recommend adding tamagoyaki, another traditional Japanese snack. If you add dashi to the battered egg before grilling it, you can make a fluffy dashi omelette! You can also try other dishes, such as boiled spinach and hijiki. The key is to use only soy sauce and other seasonings to bring out the flavors of the ingredients while keeping it simple. These popular dishes can be seen in the video as well. Summary of Japan's Traditional Breakfast Photo:Japanese breakfast Rice, miso soup, and many other Japanese dishes have a long history in Japan. Cooking and eating a delicious traditional Japanese style breakfast is a great way to start the day! You can see the finished Japanese breakfast at 7:57 in the video. If you're interested in Japanese food, you can follow the instructions in this video to prepare a delicious traditional Japanese breakfast. -
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The Amazing Skills of These Okonomiyaki Chefs Will Blow You Away! Check Out the Eye-Popping Craftsmanship That Goes on at These Japanese Festival Stalls!
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The Incredible Skills of Okonomiyaki Chefs This video about Hiroshima style Okonomiyaki is titled “An Okonomiyaki Stall Bringing in Droves of Fans/2018/Craftsmanship/Street Food Japan Okonomiyaki" (その場でファンが出来るお好み焼き屋さん 2018 職人芸 Street Food Japan Okonomiyaki). The chef from the Okonomiyaki stall introduced in the video, is a full-fledged pro when it comes to making large amounts of Hiroshima style and Kansai style Okonomiyaki. Many customers gathered to see the outstanding performance, attracted by the delicious smell of the Okonomiyaki. Besides the incredible performance, the reason why Okonomiyaki is so popular is because of the relatively low prices and the filling nature of the delicious snack. Many people are impressed by the amazing performance of making Okonomiyaki. Check out the video to see the quick hands of this chef as he prepares Kansai/Hiroshima style Okonomiyaki. The performance is quite impressive. You'll probably want to see it in person after watching the video. What Kind of Food Is Okonomiyaki? Ingredients and How It's Made! Photo:Hiroshima style Okonomiyaki Okonomiyaki is a traditional Japanese food, and has been a soul food for many people for a long time. Okonomiyaki was created in Tokyo sometime between 1926 and 1941. The recipe is very simple- You simply mix all the ingredients and cook it on a teppan (iron grill/skillet) or in a pan. Later on, the custom spread from Tokyo to the Kansai region. There are two kinds of Okonomiyaki: Kansai style (Osaka area) and Kanto style (Tokyo area). What you see in the video is called Kansai style Okonomiyaki. Kansai style Okonomiyaki is made by mixing minced cabbage and batter together and cooking it on an iron pan. However, some people make it differently by flattening the batter on the iron pan and putting the cabbage on top. Modanyaki is a different type of Okonomiyaki that involves putting noodles into the mix. Modanyaki is also very popular in Japan. The recipe is pretty simple. Use flour and water to make a batter, and mix it with minced cabbage and Yamaimo (Japanese yam). From there, cook the ingredients on the iron plate after greasing it with cooking oil, adding sliced pork, noodles, green onions, eggs, and other delicious ingredients. You can simply put whatever ingredients you like in Okonomiyaki. Some other popular ingredients are seafood, cheese, and mochi (rice cakes). Once you've finished making the okonomiyaki, season it with okonomiyaki sauce, fish flakes, and dried green seaweed. Many people prefer mayonnaise on their Okonomiyaki. The most common way to eat Okonomiyaki is to cut it in small pieces using the spatula, so that it can be shared amongst friends. For the Okonomiyaki from a festival stall (like the one in the video), use chopsticks to cut the Okonomiyaki. Takoyaki, and Monjayaki are 2 popular foods in Japan similar to Okonomiyaki. The video shows viewers the entire process of making Okonomiyaki, from greasing the iron plate, to flattening the batter and adding ingredients such as sliced pork and cabbage. One of the most impressive scenes can be seen at 1:54, when the chef flips each Okonomiyaki one by one in quick succession. He's making 30 Okonomiyaki at once! Be sure to check out the video to see a detailed look at how Okonomiyaki are made. Japan's Popular Festival Stalls! Source :YouTube screenshot No festival is complete without getting some food at a local stall. And the taste of freshly made okonomiyaki from a stall is totally different from what you'd make at home. There are actually a lot of tourists who visit Japanese festivals just to enjoy different foods and see the amazing skills of the chefs. In this video, we showed you the craftsmanship of the Kansai-style and Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki attracting large crowds. This Okonomiyaki stalls are very popular and often attract large lines of people. Don't be surprised when you're not the only one excited to buy this delicious treat. Summary of Japan's Delicious Okonomiyaki Trying different food at festival stalls is an inseparable part of Japanese festival culture. There are a lot of different food stalls at Japan's festivals where you can see the professional skills of chefs. The amazing skills of Japan's Okonomiyaki chefs is a must-see! This video offers a new way to enjoy the festivals- watching the craftsmanship of japan's food stall chefs! If you want to see the craftsmanship behind Japan's food stall culture, or if you want to try the mouth-watering okonomiyaki for yourself, be sure to hit up one of Japan's festivals!