Leafy green cabbage has the largest trading weight among the produce sold at Tsukiji. When it comes to serving occidental dishes in Japan, thinly sliced cabbage is indispensable. Join us in the harvest of tender spring cabbage, a national favorite among raw vegetables, and learn simple recipes from those who grow them. Also discover the novel ways they are used in desserts, and learn more about the savory okonomiyaki pancakes, a Japanese comfort food fast becoming a mainstream item overseas.

Shijimi: this tiny, coin-sized clam is beloved in Japan. Not only is it packed with nutrients like amino acids, it has a rich umami flavor and is a perfect match in miso soup. This time, we visit Lake Shinji, famous for its shijimi catch, and discover how these clams are dug, sorted with a surprising sound-based method, and used in a variety of delicious dishes. Come with us as we crack open the secrets of shijimi.

Japanese consumers enjoy a number of edible types of seaweed, including our theme this time, mozuku. With its slimy, slippery texture, mozuku may seem a bit off-putting at first, but it's been gaining attention in recent years both in Japan and abroad for its many health benefits. We take a trip to the beautiful seas of Okinawa Prefecture to see how mozuku is harvested, and discover how it fits into Okinawa's unique culinary culture.