Japanese Cuisine

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Glistening, grilled catfish kabayaki skewers with a dark glaze, presented in a home kitchen setting, highlighting the dish's appetizing texture.

City Guides

Master Catfish Kabayaki: A Simple Preparation Guide

Last year, only 3% of home cooks attempted a Japanese freshwater eel dish.

Elif Kaya·June 8, 2026

A chef examining a burdock root at a Japanese market stall, highlighting the scarcity of traditional Japanese vegetables due to climate change.

Recipes

Navigating Japanese Vegetables: Scarcity and Substitutes

Last month, the wholesale price of gobo (burdock root), a foundational ingredient in many Japanese winter stews, surged by 40% in Tokyo's central markets, according to Nikkei Asia .

Aisha Abasi·May 25, 2026