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notice.”Kabuki x Opera “Asakusa Carmen ~ Yujo Karume”” …
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Which do you prefer: regular natto or hikiwari natto? Regular natto is made from whole fermented soybeans, while hikiwari natto is made from finely chopped soybeans that are then fermented, giving it a crumbly texture. Regular natto comes in three soybean sizes: small, medium and large.
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This is my favourite herb mix made with shiso leaves, spring onion, ginger, myoga and sprouts. I prepare it in advance and keep it in the fridge, ready to use. It tastes amazing with tofu, salad, miso soup or whatever else you prefer!
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Asakusa today.Nakamise is also in full bloom.It is enveloped in a flurry of che…
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Asakusa today.Sensoji Temple has a flower festival.Waiting for the Buddha to ar…
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Daikon-oroshi, or grated daikon, is finely grated white Japanese radish. It is commonly used as a garnish for grilled fish, grille tofu, steak and Japanese omelet. It is believed to aid digestion and is rich in vitamin C. I usually use daikon skin to make pickles or dried vegetables.
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Asakusa today.There are so many people gathered, there are TV cameras, and ther…
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Asakusa today.The weather has finally cleared up.The cherry blossoms at Nakamis…
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notice.The 5th Asakusa Kai ~Art and Chic Competition~ will be held on Wednesday…
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Bale-shaped onigiri began to be made so that they could be easily eaten with chopsticks. Onigiri, or sometimes called omusubi, is a Japanese rice ball formed into a bale or triangular shape and often wrapped in nori. It’s often stuffed with various fillings.