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Seasoning the Seasons

The Secrets of Japan's Sour Treats

In Japan, the word for sourness is suppai. Since ancient times, people in Japan have preserved foods through fermentation. Sour Japanese tastes include vinegar, pickled plums and yuzu, a citrus fruit.

Category
Documentary / Community / Travel
Original air date
10/02/2025