It’s always difficult to pull myself away from the sushi at this sublime shrine to raw fish, but the rest of the menu, including the cooked dishes, is a treat, too, especially the spicy udon soup ...

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This video shows how to make spicy yaki udon, a bold and flavorful Japanese stir-fried noodle dish with shrimp and vegetables. Thick udon noodles are stir-fried with chili bean sauce, soy sauce, ...

Unpopular opinion: Japan is basically the Italy of Asia — amazing food, sure, but sometimes a bit… bland (at least for my spice-loving palate). Now, before you grab the pitchforks, let me clarify: I’m ...