A pair of hands holding a box in red furoshiki wrapping with Christmas decorations in the background.

Furoshiki Wrapping: Beautiful Japanese Fabric

Furoshiki wrapping is a piece of decorative fabric that is essential to gift-giving in Japanese culture. Let’s take a closer look at furoshiki, its history, and how we can use it in our daily lives.

An ice sculpture in the shape of Sapporo Tower at the Sapporo Snow Festival, a Japanese winter festival.

Winter Festivals in Japan You Should Experience!

Japan is no stranger to festivals, but did you know that Japan has some of the most breathtaking winter festivals? Let’s explore some of the best festivals that Japan has to offer during the cold season!

A plate of sizzling wagyu beef steak.

What is Wagyu Beef and What Makes It So Special?

Japanese Wagyu beef is world-famous, but what makes it so unique? It’s time to dive into its history and see what makes it so delicious and renowned among food enthusiasts and gourmands.

The Best Castella Cake Flavors in Japan

Castella cakes have been in Japan since the 16th Century when Portuguese missionaries arrived in Nagasaki. The delectable sponge like cake made its way to mainland Japan, and flourished with exciting variations, flavors and shapes.

A shot of blue Japanese apple jam from Aomori. There are two jars of it, along with tea, and some separate jam in a glass dish.

Blue Japanese Apple Jam: The Best Culinary Marvel

Even though there’s no apple tree with blue fruit, there is gorgeous blue apple jam from rustic Aomori Prefecture!  A combination of Japanese apples and Thai flowers, this jam is both trendy and holistic.