September 2026
【2/4】Japanese Natural Cheese, Tasted and Reviewed (Hard & Semi-Hard Cheeses)
This post rounds up my notes on every hard and semi-hard Japanese natural cheese I've tried so far. These are honest, personal tasting notes rather than professional reviews, but I hope they're useful if you're exploring Japanese cheese yourself. 6. Sachi, 12-Month Aged（幸12ヶ月） Maker: Arigatou Farm Shiawase Cheese Workshop | Purchased: November 6, 2025 | […]
【1/4】Japanese Natural Cheese, Tasted and Reviewed (Hard & Semi-Hard Cheeses)
As I mentioned in an earlier post, baking hearty, rustic bread is one of my hobbies, and ever since my trip to France, I've been on a mission to find Japanese cheeses that pair well with it. My personal benchmarks are Comté and Edam — cheeses I fell in love with abroad — so keep […]
Katameru Tempuru — How Japan Solidifies Used Cooking Oil
Have you ever wondered what on earth it's for? It's a product designed to solidify used cooking oil for easy, mess-free disposal. Dealing with Used Cooking Oil Tempura, karaage (Japanese fried chicken), and other fried dishes all use a good amount of oil, right? So what do you actually do with that oil once you're […]
How to Make Crispy Tempura at Home with Tempura Flour
Crispy Tempura at Home — Made EasyThe Secret Ingredient for Restaurant-Style Tempura Have you ever had tempura at a Japanese restaurant? That light, crispy coating is honestly one of my favourite things about Japanese food. Traditionally, tempura batter is made from scratch with flour, egg, and ice water — but getting that texture right at […]