👉 Japanning is a term used to describe a type of Japanese dish that is often associated with the cuisine of Shinto shrines in Japan. It is typically made by wrapping rice in cotton threads and then cooking it over an open flame or charcoal grill, resulting in a chewy and flavorful texture. The name "japanning" likely comes from the Japanese word for "burning," which suggests that this dish involves cooking the rice over a fire to release its natural oils and flavors.
