Countryside ChroniclesHarvest at 4AM, Rice Planting, and a Father’s Day to Remember
Summer is just around the corner, and for our small family farm, the weekend kicked off with harvesting in the rain.My m...
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Countryside Chronicles
Hokkaido local foodHokkaido Local Cuisine: Imomochi / Imodango
Hey there! Ever heard of "imomochi"? It's a super simple and tasty dish from Hokkaido, Japan's northern island. Think of...
Countryside ChroniclesCorn, Dango, and Memories
Thinking back to a certain Sunday in March, I decided to jot it down as a diary entry.Another week, another round of pla...
Eating JapanMaking “Fuki Miso” from Butterbur Shoots Picked in the Garden
Butterbur shoots (Fukinoto) are delicious spring mountain vegetables with a pleasant bitterness, and are used in dishes ...
Eating JapanHow to Make Traditional Japanese Rolled Sushi
Since Mom's been dealing with dementia, I've had a lot of chances to experience old-fashioned home cooking. You know, th...
Eating JapanSanma: Savoring Autumn with Grilled Pacific Saury and Freshly Harvested Rice
Sanma, or Pacific saury, has long been a popular fish in Japan, especially in autumn. The fresh fish is seasoned with sa...
Eating JapanHand-Made Soba:A Tradition of Flavor and Craftsmanship
Japanese people (especially those living in the eastern part of the country) often eat soba, and there are two main ways...
Eating JapanTamago Kake Gohan: The Simple Joy of Egg Over Rice
Tamago kake gohan (egg over rice) is a simple dish that consists of placing an egg on warm rice and just adding soy sauc...
Eating JapanHandmade Onigiri (Rice Balls)
Onigiri is a food that is often taken on outings. It is commonly eaten during school events, such as when elementary to ...
Eclectic JapanDiscovering the Rich Heritage of “Yakimanju” in Gunma: A Culinary Journey Through Time
In the northern part of Saitama, where the Second Son's family home is located, you can savor a local delicacy from Gunm...