5 Japanese Fermented Foods to Cook With Right Now
Discover five essential Japanese fermented foods, from miso and shio koji to natto and tsukemono, with practical cooking tips and guidance on where to buy them in the US.
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Japanese Fermented Foods Taking Over US Kitchens
Japanese fermented foods like miso, natto, and tsukemono are rapidly gaining popularity in American kitchens, driven by growing interest in gut health and probiotics. Discover what makes these centuries-old foods so special and how to start enjoying them at home.
Posted on June 16, 2026
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