Unique Japanese autumn flavor

1. The reason you must definitely try the Japanese autumn flavor

When mentioning autumn, Japanese people often think of the phrase 食欲の秋 with the idea of ​​autumn is the craving season. 

In cool, dry weather, flooded with gentle sun, many types of products into maturity with the most excellent quality. This is also the time when Japan transferred itself into the harvest season. Across the land of the rising sun, you will find many delicious products, spreading from vegetables, fruits, seafood and rich meats. Also from here, many dishes with typical taste of autumn are born and conquer diners around the world.

One more reason that the autumn flavor becomes more special is the great emotions. In the summer, hot and humid air often feels uncomfortable. In contrast, the cool autumn weather is like a new breeze, making the mood more comfortable. As a result, the taste will return and help us feel more delicious. Just good, this is also the time when the fruit reaches the maturity. So what time is the appropriate time to enjoy food than autumn? 

Even to describe this, the Japanese also have an idiom 天高く馬肥ゆる秋 mean that the autumn climate is favorable to bring great products.

2. Some specialties of Japanese autumn 

2.1 Oysters 

Oysters are always a great gift of autumn-winter nature. In Japan is no exception.

According to the natural cycle, oysters often reproduce in the summer, in a warm water environment. Therefore, oyster meat will become fat, soft, lots of water and not rich. At the same time, this is also the growth time of many water bacteria that are harmful to health. Therefore, the cool autumn-winter climate will be a more appropriate time to enjoy oysters.

In this season, oysters grow in the cold water environment will have a toned, plump texture and the taste also becomes sweeter. Besides, oysters now become safer to be able to enjoy and absorb all the excellent nutrients including 59 trace elements, 12 vitamins, 19 amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids. Therefore, not only is a delicious dish, autumn oysters are also valuable medicine to enhance health you should not miss.

2.2 Mushrooms

If you are a follower of Japanese culture and cuisine, you cannot help but know that autumn is also a mushroom picking season. This is a golden time for typical mushrooms such as Shiitake, Shimeji, Maitake, Enoki and especially Matsutake multiplying in the forest.

Mushrooms are an extremely nutritious plant with high levels of vitamins and fiber but very few calories. Not only that, each mushroom has a different texture and taste. Therefore, mushrooms are also an excellent source of inspiration and ingredients that make many special dishes.

Therefore, if you want to fully enjoy the flavors of Japanese autumn, you should not miss mushroom masterpieces such as mushroom soup, grilled mushrooms, mushroom rice,…

2.3 Chestnuts

Along with mushrooms, chestnuts are also a product that represents autumn you should not ignore. Compared to chestnuts in America, Europe and China, Japanese chestnuts are larger in size. The rich taste and the hard crust also make this seed more special.

Chestnuts are typical with aromatic sweetness, fatty attractive. Therefore, they are used in both sweet and salty dishes in Japan. Typically among them are chestnut rice, chestnut soup or famous Montblanc chestnut cake. Not only that, this material also contains a lot of fiber, calcium, iron, vitamins B1 and C to enhance health. So, if you have the opportunity to enjoy, do not miss chestnut this fall!

2.4 Rice

Autumn is also the time for harvesting the first rice crops of the year in Japan. The new rice taste is now considered to be more flexible, sweeter and more fragrant. This special flavor also contributes to helping Japanese cuisine – the country used rice Making the main food – becomes even more attractive.

Therefore, it is understandable that your favorite sushi or Japanese rice dish is more delicious this time of year. In addition, enjoying rice cakes such as Mochi, Dango or autumn Sake will also bring you interesting experiences of Japanese autumn.

2.5 beef

As a famous specialty of Japan, Wagyu Beef is definitely a taste you should not miss at any time of the year. 

Growing up in the cool autumn weather, the cows also become comfortable and produces softer sweet meat. In addition, this is also the time when they intake of more rough food to store energy, ready for the harsh winter. Therefore, meat will be greasy, more attractive than other times of the year. In particular, as a hot food, beef is also used a lot at the time of autumn and winter to warm the body, support blood circulation. 

Therefore, do not forget to add the flavor of Wagyu beef to your autumn menu.

3. Kouyou Sonata – passionate flavor of Japanese autumn

In order to bring a new breeze to the taste of diners, Kouyou Set of USSINA was born from the harmonious combination of autumn products such as Wagyu cow -plated cow, oysters, sea, mushrooms, chestnuts, …

Not only has a delicious taste, this is a great gift for your health and relatives

The quintessential flavors of Japanese autumn are waiting for you to explore at USSINA. Set the table now to not miss this wonderful experience.