Asage brand instant miso is one popular choice — it can be bought online or in Japanese or Asian grocery stores. But there are plenty of brands and flavors, so consider shopping around for ...

If your default image of convenience store food is instant meals and junk food snacks, 7-11's in Japan might be a surprise for you. Even on a tight budget, you can find the ingredients to whip up a ...

Note: Furikake is a dry seasoning blend of seaweed (nori), sesame seeds and other flavors. Find it at well-stocked Asian markets. Quick miso soup 2 cups water 2 teaspoons instant dashi powder (or ...