Database

Happy Turn Spice: When Happy Powder Gets Spicy

Happy Turn with spices? I had high expectations for this spicy version of the classic Japanese senbei. Here’s my honest take on how spicy it actually is!
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Mini Cheese Okaki: A Tiny Donut? Nope, It’s Cheese-Sandwiched Okaki!

Have you ever tried Japanese rice crackers with cheese cream? If not, you’ve got to try this one! The combination of crispy okaki and cheese is seriously delicious. It might just open up a whole new world of Japanese rice crackers for you!
Culture

Japanese Onomatopoeia: Beyond Saku Saku

Once you’ve learned the onomatopoeia for senbei, why not learn some of the Japanese onomatopoeia we use in everyday life too? Do you know the onomatopoeia we use to describe the texture of mochi?
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.