Yamagata Prefecture has vast nature, stunning hot springs, unique local cuisine, and fascinating cultures.
Home to Mt. Fuji, Yamanashi is easily reachable from Tokyo but feels like a world away. We’ll highlight notable places across the region, from picturesque
Everyone knows Japan for its scenic natural landscapes, historical shrines, onsens, and delicious cuisine. Allow us to share a hidden gem on the coast of
Yamaguchi Prefecture is renowned as a center for art, stunning gardens, and natural beauty in Japan. From the 14th to the 16th centuries, Yamaguchi flourished
For several years, we have seen many Japanese people and foreigners strolling through Japan in summer in a yukata. Keep reading our ultimate guide to learn everything you need to know about this traditional summer outfit!
For centuries, Unagi has been prized as a healthy and luxurious food in Japan. It’s a Japanese specialty that will make you love eel.
The deliciousness of simple nanbu senbei comes from the high-quality ingredients and the care with which they are baked. The most common senbei contain either sesame seeds or peanuts.
Amanatto are a snack made of sweet beans; more specifically, they coat Japanese beans and other ingredients with sugar!
Iburi gakko is one of the most renowned and unique pickled vegetables! It’s a pickled daikon (Japanese white radish) unique to Akita Prefecture.
Katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) is slowly becoming a hit outside Japan. This unique Japanese ingredient adds flavor to multiple Japanese dishes, including a zesty rice topping.
Japan’s flora includes many species, with about 4,500 native Japanese plants. They come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. These plants include wisteria, yomogi, and iris.
There is a wide range of rare foods, like sea grapes, that you may not know about. Some of these foods are less well-known in foreign countries but are common in Japan.
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