In Japanese, the word futomaki translates to “fat roll”. They use this term to describe certain kinds of larger maki sushi. These rolls are generally around two inches in diameter, featuring several main ingredients instead of the more traditional single piece of fish. Most American-style sushi is futomaki, as stronger, more varied flavors tend to […]
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When is Sushi At Its Best?
There are people who will tell you that you can’t get good sushi on a Sunday or a Monday. The theory at work here is that sushi restaurants don’t get shipments of fresh fish on these days, so any sushi you get is going to be of a sub-par variety. However, this is a misconception […]
What Do You Drink with Sushi?
Though many people instinctively want to pair sushi with a bottle of sake, this is not the traditional way in Japan. The Japanese philosophy is one of balance, dictating that you should never eat a rice-based food with a rice-based beverage. The two are too similar to make for a particularly interesting dining experience. In […]
Have a Good Year of the Sheep!
The Chinese New Year is coming up, and this means that our Bothell Japanese restaurant and people throughout Japan are looking forward to the Year of the Sheep. If you follow the traditional Chinese zodiac, this promises to bring good portents throughout 2015. The Sheep is the eighth sign of the zodiac, and eight is […]
What is Otoshidama?
Otoshidama is a custom in Japan that represents part of their New Year’s celebration. This is where the children are given gifts of money from their parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and any other adults in their lives. This money is given in special envelopes, often printed with elaborate traditional or cartoonish designs. Some of the […]