Month: May 2022

Umeshuume. These ‘ume’ (Japanese apricot/plum) were used to make umeshu (plum liquor) and still contain alcohol. I love snacking on them – Japan

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Goma dango (sweet sesame covered rice dumplings). They may not look very appetizing but they were delicious – Japan

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Keema curry lunch at Coco Ichibanya (a restaurant chain that specializes in Japanese-style curry dishes) – Japan

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Softcream. Super silky and creamy – Japan

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Boiled Hotaru-ika (Firefly squid). They are about 2 inches in length. I ate them sashimi-style with soy sauce and wasabi – Japan

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It’s been a long time since I are them. How should I describe biwa… kind of like a cross between apricot and peach? – Japan

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Sushi to go – Japan

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Miso ramen for lunch (and gyoza which is in the photo partially) – Japan

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