Tebasaki are Nagoya-style double-fried chicken wings glazed in a sweet-savory tare sauce, and they have been Japan's ultimate izakaya snack since 1963. Learn the two classic styles, master the shoyu tare glaze, and bring an authentic Japanese twist to your next game day spread.

Tororo gohan is Japan's 800-year-old "slime bowl" made from grated raw mountain yam over rice. Learn the history, science, and step-by-step recipe to make this gut-friendly, five-ingredient neba-neba dish at home.

Curry udon brings together two of Japan's most beloved comfort foods in one rich, satisfying bowl. Discover the dish's 1904 origin story, three easy methods for making it at home (including a 10-minute leftover hack), and where to find authentic ingredients.

Discover azuki, Japan's most versatile bean. From sweet anko paste to celebratory sekihan rice, learn the history, nutrition, cooking methods, and sourcing tips for this essential Japanese pantry staple.

Learn how to make crispy, chewy mochi donuts at home for a fraction of the specialty shop price. This complete guide covers dough types, shaping tips, frying methods, and trending 2026 glaze flavors like matcha, ube, and black sesame.

Learn how to make mochi ice cream at home with this step-by-step guide covering gyuhi mochi dough, the shiratamako vs. mochiko difference, wrapping techniques, and storage tips, all using authentic Japanese grocery ingredients.

A 35-minute sheet pan dinner featuring roasted kabocha squash, miso-glazed salmon, and miso-butter vegetables, rooted in the Hokkaido tradition of Chan Chan Yaki and built from five essential Japanese pantry staples.

Daigaku-imo is Japan's beloved candied sweet potato street snack, and it only takes four pantry ingredients to make at home. Learn the history, master the glossy caramel glaze, and discover both traditional and air fryer methods for this iconic autumn treat.

Dorayaki is a beloved Japanese wagashi made from two fluffy pancakes sandwiched around sweet red bean paste. Learn its rich history, the professional sandowari batter technique, how to choose between tsubu-an and koshi-an, and follow our step-by-step recipe to make dorayaki at home with pantry staples from Tomato Japanese Grocery.

Japanese potato salad (Poteto Sarada) uses a partial mash technique and Kewpie mayonnaise to create a creamier, more flavorful side dish than its American counterpart. Learn the history, key techniques, and step-by-step recipe to make this century-old Japanese comfort food at home.

Taiyaki is Japan's iconic fish-shaped waffle filled with sweet red bean paste and more. This first-timer's guide covers taiyaki's 115-year history, mold choices, batter tips, creative fillings, and troubleshooting so you can make this beloved Japanese street food at home.

Learn how to make authentic Japanese soufflé pancakes (fuwafuwa pancakes) at home with our step-by-step guide, covering the meringue method, troubleshooting tips, and authentic Japanese toppings like kuromitsu and kinako.