Japanese cuisine makes extensive use of the ideas of visual beauty and seasonal change. Namagashi (raw sweets), or traditional soft candy, is an example.
The elegance and style of the kimono, a traditional Japanese garment, have won over people worldwide.
In Japan, the cherry blossom tree and its flowers signify spring. These blossoms bring luck and love but also reflect the reminder of life’s fragility due to their brief bloom. Their influence is everywhere, especially in the Japanese language.
Barley is a great grain to add to food since it contains nutrients, including calcium, iron, and fiber. Keep reading as we will introduce you to barley tea and barley food uses that have many health benefits!
The yakatabune is a magical experience to cruise beneath a row of cherry blossom trees!
You already know that rice is a mainstay of the Japanese diet. Not only do Japanese people have steamed plain rice at meals almost every day, but if you can go to grocery stores in Japan, you can find many rice crackers.
Despite being the country’s capital, Tokyo is not typically considered the center of Japanese culture. Tourists rarely prefer a tea ceremony in this contemporary, multicultural city over shopping or a trip to the newest attraction.
The beauty of powdered Japanese green teas is their versatility in cooking and making drinks. In this case, the hojicha’s roasted and earthy flavors put a comforting, nutty spin on any treats and beverages.
One of the best things about the fall is the ginkgo leaves in Japanese gardens and icho namiki (ginkgo avenues). We will walk you through the history of Japanese gardens and the best places for ginkgo tree viewing!
Yokohama has something for everyone regardless if you’re a jazz veteran or a newbie.. Jazz is something the people of Yokohama freely experience and enjoy.
Somen noodles are a very simple dish that pair well with many meals. Let’s learn how to make them!
Japanese kirimochi (cut mochi) is a dried and packaged rice cake, also known as mochi. Drying it makes it shelf stable for many months, which makes it a popular pantry food, usually coming in convenient individual packages.
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