Learn all about Japanese New Year traditions, food, and customs! And celebrate the New Year (Shogatsu) in style with our best Japanese New Year food recipes, featuring traditional osechi ryori おせち料理 and modern dishes.
Japanese New Year (Shogatsu)
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Osechi Ryori (Japanese New Year Foods)
Learn Everything About Osechi RyoriKagami Biraki: Ushering The New Year 鏡開き
Kagami Biraki is a Japanese traditional ceremony to break the ornamental mochi and eat...
Nanakusa Gayu (Seven Herb Rice Porridge) 七草粥
After indulging in the Japanese New Year feast, we enjoy Nanakusa Gayu (Seven Herb...
Namasu (Daikon and Carrot Salad) 紅白なます
Namasu is a carrot and daikon radish salad that’s lightly pickled in sweetened vinegar...
Datemaki (Japanese Sweet Rolled Omelette) (Video) 伊達巻
Datemaki is a Japanese sweet rolled omelette of eggs, fish cake, and honey that's...
Kuromame (Sweet Black Soybeans) 黒豆
Sweet and savory Kuromame (Sweet Black Soybeans) are served as a part of Osechi...
Chikuzenni (Nishime) – Simmered Chicken and Vegetables 筑前煮
Chikuzenni or Nishime is a classic Japanese dish of simmered root vegetables and chicken...
Ozoni – Japanese New Year Mochi Soup (Kanto-Style) お雑煮
Kanto-style Ozoni from Eastern Japan is a hearty mochi soup with clear broth and...
Ozoni – Japanese New Year Mochi Soup (Kansai-Style) お雑煮
Kansai-style Ozoni is a delicious and hearty miso-based soup with mochi (rice cakes) and...
How to Make Mochi with a Stand Mixer (Homemade Mochi) お餅の作り方
Make fresh homemade mochi using a stand mixer! Stuff the Japanese rice cakes with...
How To Slice and Plate Sashimi
Here's a comprehensive guide to creating a sashimi meal at home! Learn how to...
Roast Beef with Japanese-style Soy Sauce Gravy ローストビーフ
Tender and juicy Roast Beef recipe with Japanese-style soy sauce gravy makes an impressive...
Japanese New Year – Oshogatsu お正月
New Year (正月, shōgatsu) is the most important holiday in Japan. Learn more about...