Nabe, or hotpot, is very popular in Japan, where each region, family and even sumo stable has its favourite recipe using a variety of seasonal and regional ingredients. This recipe is based on an old favourite of Fukuoka prefecture in northern Kyúshú, but it is cooked all around Japan. A big communal pot is placed in the middle of a table and diners do their own cooking, choosing a variety of ingredients from a large platter. Nabe is easy, tasty, nourishing and, above all, very friendly.