The Truth About Natto: Japan’s Most Controversial Food
Celebrate Natto Day and learn about natto, Japan’s famous fermented soybean dish. Discover its health benefits, varieties, and why people love—or hate—it.
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Japanese food and drink: dishes, snacks, convenience store treats and the Japanese words you need to talk about them.
Celebrate Natto Day and learn about natto, Japan’s famous fermented soybean dish. Discover its health benefits, varieties, and why people love—or hate—it.
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