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CONNECTIONS THROUGH CAKE: INTERVIEW WITH OMUSUBI CAKE
Today, we will be getting to know OMUSUBI Cake, a company from Osaka that makes onigiri…or that’s what it looks like, but it’s actually cake! The pastries come in a triangular shape just like the rice balls sold in stores, and there is a great variety […]
Japan’s World Renowned Beef: Wagyu 101
Wagyu (和牛) is a breed of cattle originating from Japan, known for its marbling and high-quality meat. The word “Wagyu” can be roughly translated to mean “Japanese cattle” (wa = Japanese, gyu = cattle). These cattle are renowned for their unique genetics, which result in meat […]
7 day trip to Japan on a budget
Let’s plan Japan travel for 2023. As we love to be open to supporting different travelers with different budgets and expectations, we would like to introduce to you this itinerary for a week-long trip to Japan. You probably want to visit the two biggest cities and […]
OMOTENASHI Selection 2023 (2nd session): The 146 Amazing Award Recipients
On December 1, the Omotenashi Selection was announced. This selection is made to reflect the spirit and excellence of Japanese hospitality (‘Omotenashi’ in Japanese). It is exclusively given to products and services that show the unique charms of Japan that should be shared with the world, […]
Okonomimura Is a 3-Story Theme Park for Japanese Pancake Enthusiasts
THRILLIST: Okonomimura Is a 3-Story Theme Park for Japanese Pancake Enthusiasts Author: Jake Emen One of Hiroshima’s most iconic foods is the humble okonomiyaki. A savory, multi-layered Japanese pancake with any topping you can think of. Jake from Thrillist takes a trip to Okonomimura or Okonomi […]
Arigato Travel – Fabulous Christmas Giveaway 2023
Holiday Giveaway: It’s All Up For Grabs! Christmas is already upon us and, just as we did last year, we want to celebrate the holiday season by doing our HUGE annual giveaway! This is our way to show you our appreciation and to thank you, our […]
ONSEN GUIDE: WASH YOUR STRESS AWAY
Japan contains approximately 10% of the world’s active volcanoes, boasting over 27,000 natural hot springs. Hot springs, known as “onsen” are beautiful gifts from god where warm water comes naturally to the surface from underground. They have been loved by the Japanese since ancient times and […]
READY TO BREW? AN INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE TEAWARE
Perhaps you’re ready to start brewing Japanese tea at home but not sure where to begin. Today’s post will share a few basic, but essential tea utensils that can help transform a mundane tea experience into a simple, but beautiful and deeply flavorful experience that can […]
DON’T MISS ANYTHING: YOUR 2024 JAPAN NATIONAL HOLIDAYS GUIDE
Are you ready to travel to Japan in 2024? After several event cancellations and strict COVID-19 measures, Japan is now fully prepared to welcome travelers once again. 2024 seems like the perfect time to visit! The most important thing to note is to book your Shinkansen, […]
5 Must Eat Foods in Kagawa
Kagawa (香川) is the smallest prefecture in Japan, known for its beautiful scenery and delicious food. Located in northeast Shikoku, neighboring the Seto Inland Sea and the Sanuki Mountains, a mountain range along the border of Tokushima Prefecture, there are many sights to see in Kagawa. […]