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Yakizakana means grilled fish. Many varieties of fish are enjoyed in this way in Japan
Yakju (Clear Rice Wine/Medicinal Wine) refers to a Korean clear rice wine made from steamed rice that has gone through several fermentation stages. Various ingredients used in traditional medicine are also added, giving this liquor its literal name of "Medicinal wine". Yak is a Korean word for "medicine".
Yakpab was called Hyangbap, Michan and Japkwaban for its unique taste and aroma. It is one of the traditional foods from Korea, particularly from Kaesong.
Yakpab is made by steaming glutinous rice in an earthenware steamer and mixing it with sesame oil, honey, sugar, dates, chestnuts and soy sauce. It was mainly served on holidays.
Kaesong is a city of southern North Korea near the South Korean border. It boasts its peculiar traditional foods.
Yakuzen Ryori refers to a healthy cuisine that originated in China. Fresh vegetables produced in Nara, including some that were first brought here from ancient China, are cooked with Japanese herbs and seasonings to create delicious food. Not only is it tasty, Yakuzen Ryori is also good for enhancing the immune system to keep you in good health. In Nara Prefecture, one can try both traditional as well as fusion style dishes .