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Inside the World of Shokuhin Sampuru: The Japanese Art of Making Fake Food
We all know that Japan is home to the most interesting, adorable and lovely inventions. You might have heard about the inventions like edible culinary spoons and forks made of potato starch and sometimes sugar, or about the genetically modified scentless garlic and even the grafted […]
Interview With Hashimoto Keisuke: A New and Sophisticated Introduction To Shochu
Today we are happy to interview Keisuke san, who created Shochu X, a company producing high-quality Shochu. He wants to deliver the best product to customers who wish to enjoy a new way of drinking and a one-of-a-kind experience. Let’s discover more! Hi Keisuke san, thank […]
Popular Sushi To Order in Japan
The delicious and eye-catching quality of Japan’s treasured dish, sushi (寿司 or 鮨), generates a unique bundle of sensory experiences through its colorful presentation, scent, and taste. Being selective and tentative of the varieties of sushi available, in a restaurant is an opportunity to explore and […]
What’s Happening in Tokyo: Things to do in August 2023
August may be the hottest month in Tokyo but the fun times filled with colorful yukata, skilled performers, and mesmerizing music does not stop! This month includes one of the most important Buddhist holidays in Japan called Obon, an annual remembrance of one’s ancestors, making many […]
GET TO KNOW OUR GUIDES: Interview with Sae, the Multifaceted Kyoto Tour Guide
Today we’d like to introduce you to one of our team members, Sae, who has taken an unconventional career path in the heart of Japan. From being a makeup artist to evolving into a cultural guide, Sae’s journey is marked by rich experiences and passion for […]
TALKING TEA WITH TEA SPECIALIST KYLE WITTINGTON
Kyle Wittington is a dedicated chajin (tea person) with wide-ranging skills and interests in tea ceremony and practice. He not only makes tea, but also creates tea related textiles, stages public tea events and even hosts a tea reading group online. For today’s interview, we enjoyed […]
Senbei: bite into the wonderful world of Japanese rice crackers!
Crispy, crunchy, can be savoury or sweet. What am I referring to? The Japanese Senbei that is! Brings back memories of 2018 where I made an awesome Japanese friend on campus, who then gave me Japanese snacks to enjoy before she headed back home. Among these […]
5 Fantastic Seaside Destinations Around Japan
It’s a given that Japan has some amazing seaside locations that every tourist should check out since it is an island. Scattered around the country, you’ll find beaches, coastlines, bays, and more, each unique in its own way and with a good reason to visit. Here, […]
TOP FIVE FOODS YOU SHOULD TRY IN TOKUSHIMA
Do you wish to visit Japan and learn about its culture while enjoying the local and traditional foods? If yes then you may find the Awa Odori festival that is held in the Tokushima prefecture interesting. Furthermore, Tokushima, located on the eastern side of the island […]
Discover the Delights of Edamame in Japan
In Japan edamame is a beloved food that is equally healthy as it is delicious. It is usually eaten at restaurants or izakayas, as a type of bar food. Edamame are young soybeans that are harvested early, and then steamed or boiled while still in their […]