Perhaps the most significant change in Japanese food tradition was the successful UNESCO Intangible Heritage bid of 2013, which saw washoku enshrined as a "traditional dietary culture".

These five traditional dishes are essential parts of a Japanese New Year meal because each of them has a significance – long noodles for longevity, fish for prosperity, dumplings for success ...

When it comes to Japanese food, sushi or ramen are often top-of-mind for Portland diners, thanks to the sheer number of ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. They highlighted the Takoyaki, a more traditional Japanese dish, and the Chicken Kara Age as some customer favorites. Liu also mentioned ...

there’s an element of showmanship associated with the knife- and spatula-wielding chef — or if it’s more traditional Japanese fare you’re after. We went for the latter. Still, we ...