![]() In some parts of Japan like Nakamise Shopping Street and Ameyoko Market in Tokyo, it’s acceptable to do tabe-aruki which means “eating while strolling”. Our Japanese friend does it from time to time and it may even be gaining social acceptance. With that said, I don’t think it’s a major faux pas to eat while walking on Japanese streets. If we buy food from a konbini (convenience store), then we’ll eat it inside the shop or at a public space like a park with benches. Personally, we’ll eat the dishes in front of the stall we bought it from or at a designated dining area. Many Japanese people frown upon it which is why you’ll often find signs at markets telling you to eat your food in front of the stall you bought it from. In Japan, it’s traditionally been considered rude to eat while walking. I think that Japanese etiquette is part of the reason why Japanese street food isn’t as popular. ![]() Our Japanese friend is from the Kansai region and he doesn’t consider okonomiyaki to be classic Japanese street food either. Unlike takoyaki, it seems more difficult and less enjoyable to eat on the street. We’ve been to Osaka many times and we’ve never had okonomiyaki as street food. The latter seems like an ideal street food dish but the sauce served with it makes it more difficult to eat on the street. While it is true that ramen is a common dish at yatai stalls in Fukuoka, it’s much more often enjoyed at ramen shops. Some of those dishes include ramen, okonomiyaki, and gyoza. By that, I mean they don’t seem to fit the definition of classic street food. When doing research for this guide, I came across a few articles listing what seemed to me like questionable “Japanese street food dishes”. They’re typically sold from outdoor stalls or carts that offer no formal restaurant seating. Like any cultural street food, Japanese street food pertains to Japanese dishes that are commonly eaten on the street. Popular Places for Street Food in Japan.15 Must-Try Japanese Street Food Dishes.Wish to learn more about Japanese cooking? Sign up for our free newsletter to receive cooking tips & recipe updates! And stay in touch with me on Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram. If you own a pressure cooker or Instant Pot, you can make your red bean paste in just a few easy steps with this recipe. The store-bought red bean paste is quite sweet, so if you prefer a less sweet option, I highly recommend making your red bean paste from scratch – it’s much easier than you’d think! For this recipe, I stick with the canned option because the other ingredients balance out the sweetness. Recently, I’ve noticed other grocery stores beginning to carry it, too! Be sure to keep an eye out in the Asian section of your supermarket. You can find canned red bean paste (called “anko” in Japanese) at any Japanese grocery store. If you want to take it one step further, use this as a filling for your Mochi Ice Cream! Where to Buy Japanese Red Bean (Azuki Beans) The sesame seeds add a nutty crunch that complements the azuki flavor wonderfully. If you crave richer ice cream, the condensed milk on top will give you just that. My favorite toppings are toasted black sesame seeds, or a little sweetened condensed milk if you have any. I much prefer this over chocolate ice cream any day! All you need is milk, sugar, and red bean. Unlike many ice cream recipes, this one does not call for heavy cream or eggs. The texture of the ice cream is “harder”, kind of like an ice bar, and it won’t be as rich and creamy as typical ice cream or soft serve, but it’s satisfying, scoopable ice cream, nonetheless. A key difference is in its level of creaminess. Japanese red bean ice cream is a little different from the ice cream you may be used to, not only because of the unique main ingredient. This homemade red bean ice cream brings back so many great memories of childhood and the summers I spent at my grandpa’s house. Even after living in the States for many years now, the taste of red bean sweets makes me nostalgic for Japan. In Japan, red bean-flavored foods are impossible to miss, whether you’re in a bakery, convenience store (Konbini), or restaurant. Red bean also bears a light sweetness, making it a perfect ingredient for desserts. What Does Azuki Red Bean Ice Cream Taste Like?Īt a glance, azuki beans look similar to black beans, but they are deep red in color with a mildly nutty taste. Its prominence in Japanese desserts can be compared to that of chocolate in Western desserts.Īzuki has always been one of my absolute favorite flavors, especially in ice cream, so I want to show you how to make Azuki Red Bean Ice Cream (小豆アイスクリーム) the way we enjoy it in Japan. Red bean, also known as Azuki (小豆), is by far the most popular flavor in traditional Japanese sweets. Learn to make authentic Azuki Red Bean Ice Cream just like what you’d find in Japan! It’s the perfect treat for a hot day and only takes 3 ingredients to make.
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