Japan Travel Food Notes: A Gentle, Cloud-Like Surprise—The Wonderful Pairing of Hotpot and Grated Yam

When enjoying hotpot at a traditional Japanese inn or a high-end restaurant, a plate of cloud-white grated yam often appears on the table. How exactly should this grated yam be eaten? Mixed into rice or added to the soup? This article reveals the authentic way to enjoy this gentle dish.