The word yakumi refers to the use of traditional herbs and spices. Japanese food wouldn't be the same without favorites like wasabi or yuzu. See how these and more are influencing global food trends.

Matcha, the vibrant green powdered tea that has long been a staple in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, has recently ...

Furikake — the Japanese seasoning with a traditional base of sesame seeds, fish flakes, dried seaweed, and salt — started off as a means to combat malnutrition but has now reached mainstream ...