Amazake ice cream transforms Japan's 1,500-year-old fermented rice drink into a naturally sweet, refined-sugar-free frozen dessert you can make at home without an ice cream machine. Learn what amazake is, why it's trending in 2026, its health benefits, where to buy it in the US, and how to make your own.

Discover Japan's world-class non-alcoholic drink culture, from roasted barley tea (mugicha) and canned hojicha to amazake and Calpico. This guide covers flavors, health benefits, and how to order authentic Japanese beverages online in the US.

Sake kasu (酒粕) is the nutrient-rich fermented paste left over from sake brewing, used for centuries in Japanese pickling, soups, marinades, and drinks like amazake. Learn how to choose, store, cook with, and source this versatile ingredient across the US.

Explore Japan's centuries-old non-alcoholic drink traditions, from koji amazake and mugicha barley tea to Calpico and Ramune. Learn how to choose, brew, and enjoy these authentic beverages for every occasion.

Amazake is a 1,500-year-old Japanese fermented rice drink nicknamed the 'drinkable IV' for its glucose, amino acids, and B-vitamins. Learn about the two types, science-backed health benefits, creative kitchen uses, and where to buy authentic amazake in the US.