What colors come to mind when you think of Tokyo? For me, it’s Tokyo Tower’s brilliant red and the night sky’s deep black. When I think of Kyoto, I imagine the vibrant red of Torii gates, the green of nature, and the noble purple. Like this, […]
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Okayu, a Japanese dish, simple yet profound, holds the secret to both comfort and joy. It is well known that Japan has many different delicacies, and Okayu is one of them. Like most Japanese meals, it is rooted in culture and has multiple variations. This article […]
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The Japanese countryside offers unique culinary experiences. Read on to learn about natural farming in Shikoku, see delicious daily meals from an Ehime prefecture homestead, and consider the outlook for local foods of rural Japan. Make sure you bring along some snacks because believe me when […]
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Aichi Prefecture has a local gourmet called “kishimen,” which has been beloved in the region since ancient times. Unlike Japan’s famous ramen or soba, kishimen refers to wide and flat noodles that are thinner than udon noodles and have been cherished in Aichi. This post will […]
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“Sake brings ten virtues.” In Japan, there has been a proverb like this since ancient times, suggesting that sake has ten benefits such as a cure-all, promoting longevity, fostering harmony, relieving stress, and increasing cold resistance. Enjoying sake while promoting health, it’s like hitting two birds […]
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Pickles are indispensable in Japanese cuisine with their colorful appearance and different flavors and are formed with a unique style from the centuries-old knowledge. They are a part of an inseparable trio with miso soup and rice. Japanese pickles are prepared by salting, vinegar, and fermenting […]
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It is believed that shiso leaves migrated to Japan in the eighth century from China. This herb was first used as lamp oil by crushing the leaves. However, with time the tradition died as there were other sources of oil and it was later discovered to […]
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Japanese cuisine is not only known for its delicious flavors, but also for its skin-friendly ingredients. Japanese skincare has been cherished for a long time. It is your turn to incorporate both traditional and modern techniques to achieve radiant and youthful-looking skin. Let’s discover those secrets […]
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Have you ever heard of or tried Natto? This traditional Japanese food is made from fermented soybeans. It has a strong, pungent smell and a slimy texture that can be off-putting to some people, but it is considered a delicacy by many Japanese people. There are […]
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Although famous around the world for the fact that it almost always accompanies sushi, many people still don’t know about the origins or properties of Wasabi. Since its main presentation is that of a green paste, it is not that easy to imagine that it actually […]
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