Japan Blog

Dango (Japanese 団子 dumpling) are balls or dumplings made from rice flour, which are placed on a skewer and are considered a traditional sweet in Japan. The delicate balls can have very different flavors and are mainly served at Japanese tea ceremonies or with green tea.

Typical of Japanese cuisine is not only cooking, but also baking with cast iron pans. In Japan, there are a variety of dishes and baked goods that are prepared in cast iron pans and baking dishes. Due to their long-lasting heat conductivity and their ability to ensure even heat distribution, they are highly valued by amateur and professional bakers.

Takuan たくあん is the name of the Asian pickled radish, which is a highlight on any plate with its gorgeous yellow color. Whether finely sliced as a side dish with meals or cut into strips for maki sushi, takuan is particularly popular in Western countries thanks to its combination of sweet, salty and spicy.

Pancakes, pancakes or pancakes - no matter what you call them, they are at the top of the list of favorite breakfast foods for young and old alike. In Japan, too, pancakes are often served for a good start to the day - thick and fluffy.

Certainly, tea enthusiasts are well aware that a traditionally crafted Japanese Tetsubin is not lined with enamel on the inside. This poses a constant risk of rust, a chemical reaction when iron comes into contact with oxygen and water during boiling. But what should one do if their own Tetsubin is affected by rust?

Unagi 鰻 is the Japanese word for freshwater eel, which is usually served smoked in German cuisine. With its long, snake-like shape, it may not seem like a delicacy at first glance, but in Japan the eel has its own little tradition and is prepared in many different ways.

Japan is a culinary paradise. Not only the extraordinary recipes, but also the way Japanese cuisine is enjoyed is second to none. The food itself enjoys a much higher status than in our country and is truly celebrated and loved.

In Japan, kettles made of durable cast iron are a must for anyone who appreciates tea enjoyment at a high level. Japanese products are among the most renowned in the world for good reason.

Edamame is enjoying growing popularity in Europe. The bright green finger food is not only on the menu in Japanese pubs, edamame is also served as a starter or snack in upmarket restaurants and trendy bars.

Umeboshi are Japanese plums pickled in salt and red shiso leaves and usually served in bento boxes. Umeboshi (梅 ume "plum" and -干し -boshi) are actually more related to apricots in terms of botany, but are called "dried plum" in Japan. Ume trees are one of the first to blossom in spring and play an important role in Japanese culture.