Simple Japanese Recipes
Tanabata Somen is a popular summer noodle dish is enjoyed during Tanabata Festival in Japan on 7/7. Tanabata (七夕) is the Star Festival in Japan and takes place on July 7th. It comes from the tale of the meeting of two dieties, Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the stars Vega […]
This baby-friendly version of the popular Japanese fried shrimp dish, Ebi-Fry, is quick and easy to make and fun for any kind to want to try! When making food for Rei, I not only want to give him nutritious meals, but fun ones, too! I think plating and eating with […]
Taiyaki are fun fish-shaped cake snacks that are a very popular street food, particularly during summer festivals! Growing up spending summers in Japan, I have lots of fond memories around Japanese summer festivals called Natsumatsuri. Aside from the beautiful lanterns, taiko drums, and festival games, I have so many good […]
Next in my Japanese Summer Noodle Series is Tokoroten. These refreshing, fun jelly noodles are extremely unique and refreshing! Noodles made of jelly may sound weird, but I highly recommend giving Tokoroten a chance! While many people outside of Japan aren’t familiar with this dish, it’s a popular and traditional […]
Raindrop Cake, or Mizu Shingen Mochi, looks just like a single raindrop on a plate. This simple but refreshing water-based dessert is perfect for a hot summers day. I still can’t get over how *cute* this dessert is! Japanese desserts always tug at my heartstrings since many reflect the seasons […]
Next in my Japanese Summer Noodle Series is my favorite kind of Hiyashi Chuka (chilled ramen noodles): with Sesame Sauce! Hiyashi Chuka, or chilled ramen, is one of the most popular summer noodle dishes in Japan. I previously posted a Hiyashi Chuka recipe with a soy sauce based dressing, which […]
Hi! I'm Sylvia Wakana, a half-Japanese, half-American girl living between Los Angeles & Tokyo! I love cats and mugs and love sharing Japanese culture through FOOD!