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Japanify: Simplified Japanese Curry
June 29, 2016
A step-by-step guide to making an easy, no-fail simplified Japanese curry with homemade depth of flavor, but only a few ingredients. Requires a slow cooker!
Event Recap: Sakqueso!
June 27, 2016
Our cheese and sake pop-up dinner featured a 5-course tasting menu by Keisuke Akabori and Hakkaisan Brewery sakes poured by Sake Samurai, Tim Sullivan.
Create Your Dream Registry at Umami Mart!
June 23, 2016
Umami Mart offers Japanese barware, kitchenware, glassware, Hasami Porcelain, Studio Arhoj, glassware rentals, and cocktail consulting for your big day!
MOTOism: Matcha Sesame Tofu Two Ways
June 22, 2016
A step-by-step recipe to make Matcha Sesame Tofu, which can be eaten as a sweet dessert or savory side dish, when topped with shoyu and wasabi.
Conbini Creations: Super Easy Matcha Ice Cream
June 20, 2016
Step-by-step instructions of the easiest, creamiest, and most delicious matcha green tea ice cream you can make at home. No need for an ice cream maker!
The Umami Mart Bottle System Now Online!
June 16, 2016
Our online bottle shop is now up and running. Get Hitachino Nest, Kagua, Yoho, Baird, Dassai, Kenbishi, and many other of your favorite Japanese brews!
Sake Gumi News: Sakqueso! (June 2016)
June 15, 2016
Our June sake club (Sake Gumi) offerings are four bottles that go well with a variety of cheeses. Try our suggestions, or with your favorite cheese!
Exquisite Gems from the Sea at Ginpachi Sushi (Niigata)
June 13, 2016
Ginpachi is a sushi-ya in Sanjo City, Niigata, that's been open since 1961. Check out the amazing sushi we ate on our last visit to Ginpachi.
Get Lucky! Hamaya Bring Good Fortune + Good Design
June 9, 2016
These handmade Japanese hamaya (arrow) drive away bad juju and spirits that may bring you harm. Handmade in Tokyo. Great housewarming gifts!
Event Recap: Sake Gumi Exclusive Field Trip to Sequoia Brewery (SF)
June 6, 2016
We took a field trip to the Bay Area's very own sake brewery – Sequoia Sake in San Francisco, which specializes in 3 sakes: Nama, Genshu, and Nigori.
Upcoming Event: Sakqueso! An Evening with Hakkaisan Brewery + Casa de Kei
June 2, 2016
Get ready for SAKQUESO!, our first dinner event with Timothy Sullivan of Hakkaisan Brewery and Casa de Kei...
Hario V60 Iced Coffee Maker: Cold Brew, Shorts, and Summer
May 30, 2016
Step-by-step instructions on how to make cold brew coffee at home in the Hario V60 Iced Coffee Maker. It's fun, simple, and most of all, rewarding.