Himono (干物): What It Is, Ingredients & Origin
Himono (干物) is a Japanese food classified as dried fish.
| Name in Japanese | 干物 |
|---|---|
| Type | dried fish |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- Showing the Japanese name (干物) on your phone is the easiest way to ask for it.
- Recipes and ingredients vary by region, shop and household. If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction, always confirm the ingredients with the shop before eating.
Similar Japanese foods
- katsuobushi (鰹節)
- niboshi (煮干し)
- kusaya (くさや)
Source: Wikidata (CC0). Compiled by this website.