Cheese is very high in saturated fats, which are linked to blood cholesterol (LDL). That said, Japanese cuisine is generally low in saturated fats, and adding

Cheese is very high in saturated fats, which are linked to blood cholesterol (LDL). That said, Japanese cuisine is generally low in saturated fats, and adding 1+ instance of cheese per week is unlikely to tip it over doctor-un-recommended levels of sat. fat intake. Especially compared to the standard American diet.