Nestled comfortably at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Gotemba City is a friendly community that practises a relaxed lifestyle and enjoys the natural bounty of the mountain. An easy trip out of Tokyo, the city’s reputation for using locally sourced ingredients in their daily life makes […]
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Today, we’re really excited to introduce you the IKKYU Team, specializing in premium green tea in Japan. First of all, thank you for your time! Can you please introduce yourself, and give us a little background about IKKYU? Thank you for having us […]
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Welcome back to the second part of our Ultimate Bucket-list! In this section, we will explore the central prefectures of Japan, characterized by old traditions, innovation, stunning nature and, of course, delicious food. Let’s explore the prefectures in the Kanto and Chubu regions!
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It is always nice to see local efforts to highlight the best of a special place. Recently Arigato Japan had the pleasure to be invited by the Saga Collective to sample regional products from Saga Prefecture, an area on the north side of the Kyushu Island of the Japan.
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After WWII Hiroshima took pride in rebuilding the city, and local people also took traditional Hiroshima food to another level. Here, I will explain the top 5 traditional food dishes that you must try while you are exploring Hiroshima Prefecture during your vacation….
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Near the foot of Mt.Fuji is Sanrokuen (山麓園), a bold and daring Kushiyaki Irori Sumibiyaki – a Japanese style barbeque restaurant that uses fireplaces for charcoal grilling and serves food on skewers. This restaurant has preserved this traditional cooking style and the building’s unique type of architecture, and has also opened its doors to foreign tourists.
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How would you explain Japanese Food? That sounds like a simple question with a simple answer, right? Well, for anyone who has lived in Japan for any length of time, that question is far from simple. Each of the 47 prefectures of Japan has its own local specialty food and desserts.
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Okinawa is an absolutely beautiful tourist destination. Its turquoise seas, white sand beaches and tropical breezes are a relaxing break from the usual hustle and bustle Japan can bring. Another wonderful thing about Okinawa is the unique and delicious cuisine that it offers to visitors. In this article, let’s dive into the top ten foods you should sample in the south of Japan.
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As if by magic, it’s possible to virtually visit most of Japan’s forty-seven prefectures through antenna shops located throughout central Tokyo. Antenna shops are local specialty shops sponsored by local governments throughout the country.
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