Japanese cheesecake is a type of sponge cake originated in Hakata, Japan in 1947. It has a less sweet flavor and fewer calories than standard cheesecake, containing less cheese and sugar. It is also known as “Jiggly Cheesecake.” Just wait until you make Soft as Cotton Japanese Cheesecake for the first time! It is so delicious that it may just become your new favorite cheesecake. Advance planning is needed to make this recipe as the eggs, cream cheese and butter all have to be at room temperature before proceeding. The top of the cheesecake may be decorated with confectioners’ sugar using a stencil, if desired.