TOKYO, March 26 (Japan News) – Today’s challenging kanji is “御強.” This kanji has something to do with food, but does it ring a bell? Here’s a hint: it’s something eaten during festivals or on special days.
The correct answer is “Okowa”! “Okowa” is a traditional Japanese dish made with glutinous rice, often used for celebrations and as offerings. It has a sticky texture and can be enjoyed in different flavors, sweet or salty, with different types of ingredients added.
Its richness of taste within its simplicity, and its ability to elevate the atmosphere of special days, are where its charm lies. There are also unique regional varieties of Okowa throughout Japan, and discovering them can be quite fun.
