"Canceled Cooking" Fad Sweeps Japan: Younger Generation Finds New Culinary Identity A growing trend in Japan, dubbed "canceled cooking," has been gaining popularity among the country's younger population, according to a recent survey by Kewpie Corp. This unconventional cooking method involves preparing meals with ingredients that are near their expiration dates or have been "canceled" from store shelves. By embracing the concept of imperfection, young Japanese cooks are finding creative ways to reduce food waste and challenge traditional notions of culinary perfection. As the trend continues to spread, it raises questions about the future of food culture and sustainability in Japan.


TOKYO -- A way of cooking called "canceled cooking" is spreading in Japan, especially among younger people, a survey by Kewpie Corp. found.Read the fu・・・ ...