If you chat with a friend from Japan, their fondest memories of summer holidays likely include drinking their mother’s home-brewed mugicha (麦茶) between play sessions at the local park. During the sweltering Japanese summer months, schoolchildren sipping this chilled barley tea from stylish PET bottles are […]
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For those who share a keen interest in Japan, anime and J-dramas/movies must have been a gold nugget for learning more about the country’s rich culture. After all, who didn’t try ramen for the first time after watching their favorite character gulp down a hot bowl? […]
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When you ask someone in Japan about ramune and what it means to them you are likely to be regaled with stories of childhood memories and summer festivals. So, is ramune just a soft drink? Far from it. Aside from being a beverage, it also takes […]
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Beer gardens originated in Germany as summer events that breweries held to showcase and sell their beers. The tradition eventually found its way to Japan, where they can commonly be found on rooftops with great views. Just like its origins, the beer gardens are a great […]
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Summer is Natsu (夏) in Japanese. It is a very hot period with extreme humidity levels but will also experience a rainy period. Nevertheless, it is still considered one of the most liveliest seasons of the year in which we list out 10 amazing reasons why […]
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Summer is winding down here in Japan, but there is still time to learning about and enjoy food and activities typical of this season! Summer in Japan is characterized by fireworks, festivals, fun in the sun, and of course, tons of delicious food! Since the temperatures […]
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Summer is finally here, and along with sunny days, vacations and relaxation, this season also brings with it really high temperatures! Cooking and eating might be the last things on your mind in the hot weather, but fear not, because in Japan there is a fun […]
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Shaved ice and sweet toppings, beloved by the locals. Just the signs for this summer specialty often pull us in for a sweet and heavenly cooling treat of Kakigori (かき氷).
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Generally considered to be the most savory river fish in Japan, ayu is a staple food at the many festivals and barbecues throughout the summer months.
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Perfect for sweltering-hot Japanese summers, cold sake is served around a refreshing 8 degrees Celsius. Its delicate aroma contrasts the intense flavor and goes well with mildly sweet and sour foods.
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