Ep 21. The Experimental, Historical, Supreme Bread!! It`s Japan #44!

Kazuma Azuma, the bread-making genius, is on a roll! In this episode of Yakitate!! Japan, he is once again pushing the boundaries of what bread-making can achieve. This time, he has been challenged to create a bread that is inspired by traditional Japanese cuisine.

As always, Kazuma is up for the challenge. He starts by researching the ingredients and methods used in traditional Japanese cooking. He discovers that one of the most important ingredients is dashi, a type of broth made from fish and seaweed that has a rich, savory flavor. He decides to incorporate this into his bread.

Kazuma heads to the bakery and starts experimenting. He tries many different combinations of flour, water, yeast, and dashi, trying to find the perfect recipe. After many failed attempts, he finally creates a dough that he is satisfied with.

The next step is to shape the bread. Kazuma decides to use a traditional Japanese technique called kashipan, which involves cutting the dough into small pieces, rolling them into balls, and then flattening them into thin discs. He also adds a sprinkle of black sesame seeds on top for added flavor and texture.

Finally, it's time to bake the bread. Kazuma uses a special oven that he has modified to create the perfect conditions for baking his experimental bread. He carefully monitors the temperature and humidity and adjusts it as needed.

After a tense wait, the bread is ready. Kazuma takes a bite and is immediately impressed by the flavor. The dashi adds a rich umami taste to the bread, while the black sesame seeds give it a satisfying crunch. He eagerly shares his creation with his friends, who are all impressed by his innovative bread.

But the real test comes when Kazuma enters his bread into a competition. He is up against some tough competition, but judges are blown away by his experimental bread. They praise the unique flavor and texture and award him the top prize. Kazuma is ecstatic and celebrates with his friends.

As the episode comes to a close, Kazuma reflects on his bread-making journey. He has come a long way since the days when he used to make "Ja-pan" bread, a bread that was shaped like the country of Japan. Now, he is a master of his craft, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. And he knows that there are many more adventures and challenges to come in the world of bread-making.