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Japanese Ramen
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Ramen History

 Ramen is a Japanese dish consisting of Chinese style wheat noodles served in a broth. It has its roots in Japanese Chinese cuisine. But the origins can be traced back to Yokohama Chinatown where Ramen evolved from Southern Chinese noodle dishes and reflecting the Chinese settlers of Yokohama. Today it is a cultural staple of Japan […]

Katsu curry. A pork cutlet served with curry and rice
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Curry – Japanese History

 Curry is basically a mix of spices popularized in India. The British Empire brought Curry to Japan during the Meiji Era (1868 to 1912) from India under British Colonial rule. It was seen at the time as a Western food, probably associated with the British better than Asian Cuisine. During the Meiji times it was

nigiri sushi on a plate.
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Sushi – Japanese food

Sushi: A Tale of Edo  Before the sunset Nippon Bashi was crowded. Merchants running around with expensive Kimonos. Samurai of the lowest ranks showing off their blades. One cat at the end of the street staring at the floating world. Commoners alike were enjoying the perfume coming out the food stands. Not interested in the