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.

Shio koji is a three-ingredient Japanese fermented seasoning that tenderizes proteins, boosts umami, and works as a lower-sodium salt substitute. This practical guide covers what it is, how to use it five different ways, common beginner mistakes, health benefits, and where to find it.

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.