In this episode on wagyu, discover meaty secrets with our American reporter, Kailene. Visit a long-established shop in Ginza where cuts for sukiyaki, shabu-shabu and BBQ are perfectly sliced down to the millimeter based on fat content. Witness the special conditions under which Japanese Black cattle are reared to produce Matsusaka beef, and learn how to make sukiyaki like a pro. (Reporter: Kailene Falls)

Soy sauce is key when it comes to the flavor of Japanese food. This time, we ask a specialist about the differences in color and flavor between sauces. We also see a soy sauce maker which prepares its sauce in wooden barrels used for over 100 years. In order to pass this disappearing method on, the maker started to produce its own barrels. Finally, we learn about a new type of sauce popular in France and virtually unknown in Japan. Join reporter Kyle from Canada as he dives deep into soy sauce. (Reporter: Kyle Card)

Abura-age, or deep-fried tofu, is an indispensable ingredient used in miso soup, udon and rice dishes. It's also been a valuable source of protein in the Buddhist vegetarian diet. Our reporter, Dasha, learns more from manufacturer in Fukui Prefecture, Japan's largest abura-age consumption area. Find out why foxes are associated with the food, and learn tasty recipes you can easily try at home. (Reporter: Dasha V)