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During our visit to Aoki Brewery in Niigata, we were told that the three most...
Kayoko and I go to Niigata every February. Our friends in Tokyo gasp in horror,...
A step-by-step recipe for a super moist sake-flavored pound cake, and a thorough explanation about cooking and baking with sake.
We can not tell you how fun it has been at Umami Mart since we've...
Looking back on our trip to Japan in February, the most memorable cocktail was at...
A simple recipe for tuna toast, using Japanese milk toast, canned tuna, mayonnaise, and cheese.
Shortribs, potatoes and dduk (rice cakes). Savory, comforting and down right delicious. The oils bubbled...
We are excited to announce a special morning event with our great friends Maya Shiroyama...
A recipe for Japanese shisomaki – the sweet, nutty filling and slightly crispy outer shiso roll is so satisfying and delicious!
Our Japan trip last month was a jam-packed, 5-city tour with barware factory tours, sake...
The misokoshi is a tool that we have sold since we first opened our shop....
Japan is a country full of people who work hard and play hard. Many put...
