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  1. What Is Kanpyo? The Dried Gourd Strips in FutomakiKanpyo is a traditional Japanese ingredient made from the dried shavings of a gourd called yūgao. Once rehydrated and simmered in a sweet-savory sauce, the…
  2. The best use of leftover sushi rice: an onigiri recipeLeftover sushi rice has a naturally sticky texture that makes it ideal for shaping into Japanese rice balls. Rather than reheating it as a plain side dish, you…
  3. Choosing the right sushi roll for your spice toleranceSushi is easy to customize when you understand where the heat comes from. A roll may feel gently warm because of spicy mayo, deliver a sharper kick from fresh…
  4. Why our fried oysters deserve a place at your tableA great appetizer should make the first few minutes of a meal feel special. At Sushi Ya in Garden City, our fried oysters bring together a crisp golden…
  5. Hibachi And Teppanyaki: Two Japanese Cooking TraditionsJapanese cuisine offers many ways to enjoy fresh ingredients, from carefully sliced sashimi and hand-shaped sushi to crisp tempura and deeply flavored noodle…
  6. How to eat sushi in the correct order for maximum flavorSushi is designed around balance: delicate fish, seasoned rice, crisp vegetables, savory sauces, and carefully chosen garnishes. The order in which you eat…
  7. Mizuyokan: The Delicate Japanese Bean Jelly DessertMizuyokan is a traditional Japanese wagashi made from sweet red bean paste, sugar, and kanten, a plant-based gelling ingredient derived from seaweed. The…
  8. A Guide To Japanese Sake Grades And Flavor StylesJapanese sake can seem complicated at first because its labels describe rice polishing, brewing methods, and flavor expectations rather than simple sweetness…
  9. Japanese egg drop soup with a silky homemade finishJapanese egg drop soup is a light, comforting dish built around clear broth, delicate ribbons of beaten egg, and a few fresh toppings. It is quick enough for a…
  10. Why we use binchotan charcoal for grillingAt Sushi Ya - Garden City, grilling is built around balance: clean flavor, controlled heat, and ingredients that remain recognizable after cooking. Binchotan…