Smooth, soft and tangy, Japanese mayonnaise comes in squeezable tubes. But making your own fresh mayonnaise is very easy and more economical, too.

Panko, or Japanese bread crumbs, is different from other types of bread crumbs. If you cannot buy panko pre-packaged, you can make your own using this easy recipe.

Only a few seasonings turn minced fresh shrimp into a delectable dish, reminiscent of tempura, for bento lunches, appetizers or okazu

Even if you don't make your ramen (chukamen) noodles from scratch, do try to make your own ramen broth. The difference between instant ramen soup packets and homemade is similar to that of instant bouillon cubes and rich, homemade stock.

While American cheesecakes are dense, rich and creamy, Japanese cheese cake has a light soufflé-like texture.

The teriyaki rice bowl is simply teriyaki-flavored meat on top of rice, an American variation of the Japanese donburi dish.

A fantastic way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and turkey bits is to make Japanese korokke, breaded and fried potato cakes.

Here is a popular new mochi creation: ice cream-filled mochi balls! Fill with any flavor of ice cream flavor you like.

Sweet red bean paste-filled pancakes are beloved pastries in Japan. They are easy to make at home.

How well do you know your beloved sushi? Whether you prepare it or simply savory it at your favorite sushi bar, have fun with this quiz to test your sushi savvy.