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The name "tonkatsu" combines the "ton" from the on'yomi reading of "豚" (pig) and the English pronunciation of "côtelettes," a term for cutlet in French cuisine. The resonant sound of "katsu" also conveys the meaning of "winning," sugges...

The origins of sushi are traced back to the mountainous regions of Southeast Asia, where inhabitants devised methods to preserve fish and meat for extended periods. This culinary tradition is believed to have been transmitted to China be...

The exact origins of hot springs in Japan are uncertain, but it seems that the existence of "onsen" was widely known during the Nara period, about 1300 years ago. In the present day, hot spring resorts are often seen as tourist destinati...