Culture

Describe Senbei Textures with Japanese Onomatopoeia!

Learn how Japanese onomatopoeia like saku saku and pari pari describe the unique textures of senbei!
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Wagaya no Teppan: One Bite and You’ll Want Another Beer!

My top pick for a Japanese rice snack to enjoy with beer! With seven different flavors and textures, it’s the perfect beer snack!
Recs

3 Japanese Rice Snacks That Pair Perfectly with Beer!

Nothing beats an ice-cold beer in summer! Looking for a snack to go with it? How about Japanese rice snacks? Here are three of my favorites.
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Inaka no Okaki: A Tiny Log-Shaped Snack with a Surprisingly Light Crunch!

A surprisingly unique okaki with an eye-catching shape and a light, airy texture. A high-quality Japanese rice cracker you can find at supermarkets!
Guides

Not All Senbei Are Made with Rice?! How to Spot Wheat Flour in Japanese Senbei

Avoiding gluten? Here's a quick way to check whether a senbei is made with rice or wheat flour.
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Yukari: Wait… It’s 70% Shrimp?!

Love shrimp? This Japanese premium shrimp cracker is packed with an incredible amount of shrimp flavor. One bite and you'll understand why Yukari is so loved in Japan.
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Kabukiage: A Sweet and Savory Fried Senbei with a Satisfying Crunch

Love the rich flavor of potato chips? Then you have to try Kabukiage! Thick, crispy, sweet, savory, and packed with that irresistible fried goodness.
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Funwari Meijin: One of the Most Surprising Textures I’ve Ever Tried!

Funwari Meijin completely flips the script on Japanese rice crackers! It gives a tiny crunch for a millisecond before melting away like cotton candy. With its unique, nutty-sweet kinako flavor, this mind-blowing snack is a huge hit and highly recommended as a souvenir from Japan!
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Soft Salad: A Soft, Light Senbei with a Salty Umami Taste

A long-selling senbei loved for over 50 years, with a light texture and a subtle umami that makes you stop and wonder why it tastes so good.
Seasonal

2 Spring-Only Rice Crackers from Depachika

Two spring-only senbei from depachika, with sakura, butterflies, and soft pastel colors.Delicate designs on the outside, and a nice mix of sweet and savory flavors inside.