Yamaya

A traditional Japanese rice ball, often wrapped in a sheet of nori seaweed. It is typically filled with fish, pickled plum, or other savory ingredients. A simple and popular snack in Japan.

A large bowl of hot rice topped with a simmered topping that varies daily. Typical toppings include meat, fish, or vegetables with a savory sauce. A complete and comforting meal in one bowl.

A bowl of vinegared rice (sushi rice) topped with an artistic assortment of raw fish (sashimi) and colorful garnishes. It's a fresh dish that highlights the quality of the seafood. Best enjoyed with a little soy sauce and wasabi.

A preparation method where meat or fish is briefly seared at high heat on the outside, leaving the inside raw. Thinly sliced and often served with ginger and a tangy ponzu sauce. Offers an interesting textural contrast.

A complete meal served in a compartmentalized box. It usually contains rice, a protein (meat or fish), and various pickled or cooked vegetable side dishes. A balanced and traditional way to have lunch in Japan.

A fresh composed salad prepared with the day's ingredients. May include seasonal vegetables and Japanese touches like seaweed or a sesame dressing. A light and healthy choice.

Small portions of savory dishes that vary according to the day's inspiration. Ideal for tasting different Japanese flavors as an accompaniment to a drink. Similar to the concept of Spanish tapas but with Japanese cuisine.

Immature soybeans served in their pods, lightly salted. They are eaten by squeezing the pod with your teeth to release the beans. A healthy and addictive appetizer.

Cake prepared daily, with a flavor that varies. May include typically Japanese ingredients like matcha or yuzu. A Western sweet treat with a twist.

A round Japanese pastry consisting of a soft and chewy glutinous rice (mochi) outer layer. The inside is traditionally filled with sweet red bean paste (anko). A unique, soft, and chewy texture.

A green tea version of the classic daifuku. The rice cake or filling is flavored with matcha, offering a balance between sweetness and the slight bitterness of green tea. Characteristic chewy texture.

Matcha green tea ice cream served with pieces of mochi (glutinous rice cake). The combination of creamy coldness and the chewy texture of mochi is highly appreciated in Japan.

Black sesame ice cream, offering a rich, nutty, and slightly toasted flavor. Accompanied by mochi to add texture. A distinctive grey color and deep taste.

Two soft, small pancakes sandwiching a filling of sweet red bean paste (anko). A classic Japanese treat, sweet and comforting.

A creamy Italian-origin dessert revisited with sesame (likely black). Silky texture with the rich, toasted flavor of sesame.

Traditional Japanese confectionery resembling jewels (Kohakutou means 'amber candy'). Made from jellied and sweetened agar-agar, it has a thin, crisp crust on the outside and a jelly-like texture inside.

Classic Japanese green tea. A yellow-green infusion with a fresh, slightly astringent vegetal flavor. Rich in antioxidants.

Tea flavored with jasmine flowers. Offers a delicate and soothing floral aroma. Light and refreshing.

Hojicha, or roasted green tea. The roasting process gives it an amber-brown color and a woody flavor with nutty and caramel notes. Low in caffeine.

Sobacha, an infusion of roasted buckwheat seeds. It is not true tea (caffeine-free). It has a very comforting roasted nutty flavor and can be enjoyed hot or cold.

A drink made with espresso and steamed foamy milk. Creamy and smooth.

Powdered green tea whisked with hot water. It has an intense emerald green color, a creamy texture, and a rich, vegetal flavor with a hint of bitterness (umami).

Genmaicha, a blend of green tea and roasted, puffed brown rice grains. Combines the freshness of green tea with the nutty aroma of toasted rice.

Green tea infused or blended with yuzu, a Japanese citrus fruit. Offers a vegetal flavor enhanced by unique lemony and fragrant notes from the yuzu.

A creamy drink made with matcha green tea powder and steamed milk. Smoother than pure matcha, it's a comforting and sweet beverage.