Synopsis

Frozen food is now a global phenomenon, yet Japan remains at the forefront of its innovation. Contemporary products closely mimic fresh counterparts in both texture and nutritional profile. This episode of Japanology Plus explores the world of frozen food. We are joined by university professor Toru Suzuki, who will discuss the complexities inherent in this field of research. And in Plus One, Matt Alt experiments with cooking using frozen ingredients, guided by Takashi Nishikawa, a culinary exper