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Washoku Gastronomy

Washoku, traditional Japanese cuisine is culinary art form not only delights the palate but also offers a deep connection to Japanese culture and the natural rhythm of the seasons.

Lifetime Gastronomic Experience: as one of the main reasons for you to travel, we will provide you the specials which will be memorable for your lifetime.

Sukiyaki Wagyu Beef: hot pot dishes such as sukiyaki are special symbolic to evoke family gatherings for Japanese people.

Atsukan "hot sake": if you visit Japan during the cold season, Atsukan will be one of your pleasures paring seasonal dishes.

A Scene from Sake Brewing: rice is an essential ingredient in Japanese food culture. Pure sake also expresses the Japanese people's values ​​of cherishing nature.

Zen Cuisine based on Buddhist Teach: healthy vege dishes avoiding killing lives, is being re-evaluated in nowdays, also for consideration of the global environment.

Ramen noodle: you can never talk about Japanese daily food culture without mentioning it. Such casual meal that costs only $10, but this bowl is packed with deliciousness and chef's passion.

Manju "steamed sweet bun": we love to introduce local handmade flavors, carefully crafted sweets you can only taste in Japan.

Ama, Traditional Fishing: Ama dives into the ocean with no equipment but their white costume and catch a variety of seafood. Tasting grill of fresh seafood is both a gourmet treat and a rich cultural experience. Mie prefecture.

Visit Fish Market: as an island, Japan is blessed with an abundance of seafood. Very early morning, fish markets across Japan are bustling with activity. Fresh seafood is distributed widely, from high-end restaurants to people's daily tables.

Unique Local Cuisine: each region has its own unique meals and this soba noodle eaten with Japanese leek instead of chopsticks is one of them. Let's visit local with us and learn the history and local culture behind it.

Introduction

Washoku chefs use the freshest ingredients of the day and know how to use the bare minimum touch to bring out their best flavor. Just as you can’t predict tomorrow’s weather, the dishes are never the same. Every visit to Japan will be a wonderful encounter with Japanese cuisine, an art form that is always changing just like the seasons.

We also offer you an experience in the world of Japanese cuisine. From five-star restaurants to street food queues, you will learn the background of Washoku and enjoy it even more.

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The Characteristics of Japanese Cuisine

Traditional Japanese cuisine is known for its small servings of rice, soup, vegetable side dishes, and a main course, each on its plate. The dishes often reflect the changing seasons, with items like yuzu-shaped cups evoking the coolness of summer and carrots carved to resemble autumn leaves. These thoughtful touches allow you to experience the beauty of nature’s transitions at the dining table.

Dashi Stock: The Foundation of All Japanese Cuisine

Due to Japan's island culture, seafood and seaweed stocks are often used in our cuisine. The umami flavor of the soup, extracted from carefully selected ingredients, is the foundation and represents the essence of washoku. You will find it in various dishes and situations, such as making ochazuke, miso soup, or even combine it with sake.

Sake Brewery Visit

Sake brewery tour is the most popular activity to sake lovers. A step into the brewery, the aroma of sake fills the air. Production methods and commitment vary depending on the region and family, each brewery tries to create the most fragrant cup of sake every year. Visit a sake brewery to choose your favorite bottle and pair it with washoku. It is the great pleasure you can only have in Japan.

Fish Markets

Toyosu Market in Tokyo is the most famous, but there are many other fish markets of various sizes all over Japan. Toyosu brings together the finest products from all over Japan and on the other hand, fish markets in local offer a wide range of seafood unique to their region, giving you a chance to get a deeper glimpse into the culture of that region.

A Luxurious Wagyu Beef Experience

Wagyu beef is celebrated worldwide for its exceptional marbling, tender texture, and rich, buttery flavor, making it a must-try for many international visitors. This high-quality beef is enjoyed in a variety of dishes such as steak, shabu-shabu, and yakiniku, each highlighting its melt-in-your-mouth qualities.

Tasting wagyu beef is an experience that also showcases the dedication and quality of Japanese food.

Unique Cooking Methods Across Japan

Although Japan , but there are many unique ingredients and cooking methods that differ from region to region. When you come across them, you will probably have many questions in your mind, such as "What is this?" and "Why is it done like this?"

We will introduce you to the various reasons and customs behind them　and it is sure to be a very unique experience.

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  • Espanol
  • Chinese
  • Korean

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