Japanese Food

Kuzumochi is a beloved traditional sweet in Japan, often enjoyed alongside green tea or matcha. Personally, I love its light, jelly-like texture and the way you can adjust the sweetness to your liking—just a drizzle of kuromitsu (黒蜜/ black sugar syrup) makes all the difference. It’s the perfect treat for an afternoon break. I usually pick

What is Natto? Natto is widely enjoyed in Japan, and there are about three types of natto according to Takano foods. This blog focuses on Sticky Natto, which is well known for sticky texture, strong flavour and distinctive smell. These characteristics often divide people’s preferences, but the health benefits are significant if you enjoy eating

Koso Genamai is aged brown rice.  Koso (酵素) = Enzyme Genmai (玄米) = Brown rice Aging process of brown rice increases enzyme activity. Fermented brown rice is widely enjoyed in Japan as a staple family meal. This nutrient-rich food has gained popularity among health-conscious individuals who struggle with issues such as chronic fatigue, women’s health