Take the hassle out of cleaning your rice cooker with this simple lifehack
If you use a rice cooker at home, you probably know that it can be quite a bother to clean it because it has some…
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Always pick the freshest cabbage with Japanese produce specialist’s pro tip
Whether you’re stewing them, stir-frying them, stuffing them, or shredding them raw, cabbages are tastiest in the colder months of fall and winter when their…
Turn instant miso into a gourmet dish with this Japanese convenience store lifehack
Miso soup Miso soup is an essential part of many traditional Japanese meals, so much so that some Japanese people feel that their meal isn’t…
Make potato salad faster with this simple lifehack from Japanese agricultural group
Many people love potato salad. It’s tasty and filling, comes in all kinds of regional varieties, and makes a great side dish. Despite the fact…
From runny to hard, boil your eggs just right with this convenient visual guide
Whether eaten on their own, cut up and served in salads, or mixed with mayonnaise and other seasonings for a delicious egg sandwich filling, there…
Cold McDonald’s fries get isekai’d in delicious dishes from Japanese chefs
For those who appreciate the Golden Arches, McDonald’s french fries are at their prime when served hot and fresh from the fryer. Even after they’ve…
Lose weight on a budget with these Japanese diet recommendations
There are many different reasons for dieting and not everyone needs to, but for those who want to lose weight while also staying on a…
Make yourself a coffee shake at McDonald’s Japan with this simple lifehack
Did you know you could make a coffee shake even if it’s not officially on the menu at McDonald’s Japan? Sometimes you want to drink…
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The best way to heat up a steamed bun in your microwave [lifehack]
In many parts of the Northern Hemisphere at this time of year, as the autumn wind blows and temperatures fall, thoughts turn to warm and…
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How to turn leftover gyoza wrappers into a tasty lasagna that’s easy to make [recipe]
If you enjoy cooking, you may have tried making Japanese gyoza dumplings. If you don’t have any Japanese restaurants nearby, you may be able to…
This simple lifehack makes peeling raw chestnuts a cinch
Autumn is the season of abundant and delicious foods. In Japan, it’s often said to be “the season of healthy appetites.” Chestnuts, in particular, are…
Make super-thin fluffy cabbage slices perfect for katsu with a non-adjustable mandoline
Fluffy cabbage slices are a popular accompaniment in many Japanese dishes such as kara-age fried chicken, and thin-sliced pork with ginger. However, whether it’s chicken,…
Japanese agricultural group shares awesome way to slice, serve and share Asian pears
Asian pears are available in the market from around July and are in season from August to September. In Japan, there are many varieties of…
Chef’s simple recipe for “the most delicious bread” has foodies salivating
Pro-chef Mugi Rice (@HG7654321) has amassed quite a bit of foodie followers on Twitter, and that’s because the talented cook often shares useful kitchen lifehacks…
Make crustless sealed sandwiches like the ones in Japan with this easy lifehack
Japanese sandwiches Many first-time visitors to Japan who buy a sandwich in a Japanese convenience store are surprised to discover that the crusts are missing….