Kashi pan or “菓子パン” is a word that means “snack bread” in Japanese.

Although the temperature stays relatively warm throughout the year, winter in Okinawa can be a little too chilly for beachgoers.

“Sea Chicken” is canned tuna made by Hagoromo Foods Corp., a Japane sefood company.

Often called Japanese pizza or pancake, Okonomiyaki is one of the most popular casual pan-fried dishes in Japan.

If you think of alcohol and Japan, then the first thing that springs to mind is sake – but there are other alcoholic drinks too, one of which comes from the island of Okinawa!

In Japan, before you eat a meal, you say “itadakimasu” to express appreciation for those who cooked the food.

The surprising international history of one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods

Chinpin is an Okinawan sweet often described as a pancake or crepe flavored with brown sugar.

Sushi, tempura, savory okonomiyaki – there are so many yummy Japanese foods you won’t want to miss during your stay. “Hashi” or chopsticks are an indispensable tool when you sample these local specialties.

Somen, or somin in Okinawan dialect, comes in different varieties, but an Okinawan favorite is to have the noodles stir-fried in somin champuru.