THE LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER

Summer is about creating and savoring moments with friends and family. Great food plays a huge role in making those moments memorable. So keep umami-rich sauces like Shoyu and Teriyaki on hand for easy, spectacular meals you’ll remember long after the light of summer fades.

GLORIOUS JUNE

For food lovers and home cooks the glorious June sunshine infuses seasonal produce with an extra dose of freshness, inspiring meals that just taste fresher and more delicious. Whether you’re entertaining at home, heading to the beach, or packing a picnic for a concert in the park, we’ve got some deliciously fresh ideas to help you savor every moment.

Easy, Fun Recipes for the Busiest Month

When it comes to which month is the busiest, May or December, the debate rages on. But everyone can agree that the month of May isa full one. Whether you’re celebrating moms, prepping for proms or rushing from baseball diamonds to dance recitals, its everything, everywhere, all at once, with lots to do in a short time and many moments worth remembering.

Springtime Sakura

It’s time to celebrate all things Spring! Yes, it’s that gorgeous season of renewal, where the world is bursting with fresh green grass, cloud-dappled blue skies and, especially in Japan, those gorgeous pink and white cherry blossoms. Spring is the time for picnics, and what better way to enjoy light, bright, tasty treats than under these beautiful trees.

Egg-cellence

Eggs, an essential nourishing ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes, have been on the menu for centuries.

Taste Joy

February is a fantastic month for sharing fabulous food. If you are planning to host for the big game, step up your finger foods with easy, mouthwatering Slow Cooker Teriyaki Meatballs. And Valentine’s Day would not be complete without something sweet. Everyone loves this extraordinary umami Chocolate Cake.

Holiday Entertaining

Get your decorations up and put out the welcome mat, because holiday entertaining season is in full swing. This year the focus is on simple, elegant food that enhances time spent with family and friends. Whether you’re throwing the party or bringing a dish for a potluck, find a few crowd-pleasing recipes, use the very best ingredients, and help set the perfect stage for a great get-together of any size. Check out our recipe ideas below and feel the warmth you get when you see family and friends enjoy the meals you’ve prepared with love and remember good food is a gift in and of themselves.

Giving Thanks

Thanksgiving is a gift for everyone at the table. Whether you’re one of the cooks or a lucky guest – it’s a day to savor good food and good times, to bring our best to the table in the form of mouthwatering dishes and lively conversation. If you’re hosting, you know the meal doesn’t happen without some good pre-planning. Grocery lists, recipe testing and the ability to delegate will serve you well. If you’re a guest, think about ways you can be helpful. That might mean peeling potatoes, mixing drinks or even taking the kids outside to collect some autumn leaves for the centerpiece. Whatever your role, don’t forget to give thanks and savor the day!

Tastes of Fall

Cooler air, misty mornings and the changing colors of the trees all signal the welcome arrival of Fall. The season many enthusiastically cite as their favorite.

Bento Box Lunches for Back to School

Bento box lunches make it easy to sit down, relax, and savor the experience of eating a delicious, balanced meal no matter where you are. So go ahead and bento this year and make lunch a highlight of the day.

Food for Camping in the Great Outdoors

If you haven’t gone camping yet this year, there’s still time to plan that glorious weekend in the sunshine – with hikes, refreshing swims in the lake and cooking under the stars.

Cooking Essentials: Marinades

Want to elevate your cooking without spending hours in the kitchen? Stock your pantry with easy-meal-solution-marinades. When you marinate your meat, veggies or fish with Yamasa’s delicious range of sauces and broths before cooking, every bite is infused with flavor. Anywhere from a few hours to a few days will work. Then watch your meals go from something everyday to something really special.

The sweet tang of teriyaki is a crowd-pleaser.

Teriyaki is a cooking method that involves coating food with a sauce of shoyu, sake, mirin, and sugar, then grilling it. This mouthwatering sauce creates a beautiful, amber-colored glaze on the finished dish. “Teri” means shine in Japanese, while “Yaki” means grill. Teriyaki is authentically Japanese but you may be more familiar with the American version sauce.

9 Must-Try Japanese Street Foods

There’s nothing quite like the incredible tastes, scents and sizzle you find when you happen upon street vendors, whether you’re exploring the streets of a city or happen upon a cultural festival. If you find yourself in the right place at the right time, there are a slew of Japanese cultural festivals that offer an incredible opportunity to experience the local cuisines from around Japan.

Japanese Pantry Staples: Shoyu, Sake and Mirin

A well-stocked pantry is the secret to successful home cooking. With the right pantry staples on hand, you can always make a delicious meal – whether you’ve just returned from the market or haven’t been shopping in days. When it’s Japanese cuisine on your menu, three key ingredients will give you the authentic flavors you’re looking for.

Japanese Deserts and Sweets

Aesthetic appeal and nuanced flavors are two hallmarks of Japanese cuisine. Whether stopping for a snack on the street or heading out for a fine dining experience, the presentation and ingredients of Japanese baking can stop you in your tracks and deliver an experience worth savoring.

Your Sushi Menu Explained

Going out for sushi with friends or family is as fun and collaborative as a meal can get. However, sitting down with a sushi menu can be an overwhelming experience. Knowing where to start – and what you’ll like – isn’t always obvious. We’ve put together a quick guide to help you get started.

Japanese American Cuisine - Why It’s Different

Japanese American cooking is where these two mighty cuisines come together, bringing the best of both worlds - time honored traditional cooking methods with seasonal and fresh ingredients combined with bold, juicy flavors and packed with umami.

Cooking Fresh Is Best

The best Chefs across the globe will attribute their most famous dishes to the quality of the produce they have at their fingertips. Ingredients that when eaten raw or cooked fresh are bursting with flavor and retain the much-needed nutrients that enhance our diets and keep us healthy.

From Choshi, Chiba, Japan to the Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

After nearly 400 years brewing only in Japan, Yamasa was looking for the perfect U.S.location to open an additional brewery. We found it – in the shadow of the Cascades in Oregon’s beautiful Willamette Valley.

The Ramen Shop 101

At Yamasa, we’ve got three delicious ramen broths for you to choose from, all depending on your culinary mood. Each one of them originates from the best flavors of traditional ramen shops in Japan.

How is Shoyu Manufactured?

We produce the very best shoyu in our state-of-the-art plant, but brewing processes remain the same as in 1645. Our shoyu has been preferred among the majority of high-end Japanese restaurants, sushi, and kabayaki-eel restaurants. Find out more about how it's manufactured.

The History of Shoyu (Japanese Soy Sauce)

“Shoyu”, the Japanese name for soy sauce, first came into usage during the Muromachi Period, and the word appears in a dictionary written in the early 1500s.

What is Brewed Shoyu?

It is a glutamine acid that takes a very important role in making soy sauce’s UMAMI. A thick and high-quality soy sauce contains about 1.5%.

What is the difference between Yamasa Reduced Sodium Shoyu to Regular Shoyu?

Soy sauce is widely known for being one of the best condiments that you can find on the market. It’s one of the oldest condiments in the world, and its ingredients can bring a majestic taste to your food. The problem that people have is figuring out what makes Less Salt Soy Sauce different when compared to regular soy sauce. Here are some things you should consider.

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