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New Year’s in Japan is highly auspicious. One of the most spiritually important events is Hatsumode, the first Shinto shrine visit of the year.

Hokkaido is a top destination for avid skiers and snowboarders. The whole prefecture transforms into a beautiful and magical winter wonderland every year.

The sudden surge in international interest in Japanese whiskey may come as a surprise, but it’s the result of many years of hard work and craftsmanship.

Even in Japan, a country spoiled with close access to the ocean, Hokkaido seafood is considered the premium.

The visually stunning snow festival in Hokkaido’s capital Sapporo tops many bucket lists. But how did this impressive event get its start?

Ramen is a popular Japanese culinary export, and each region has its own style. Hokkaido’s versions boast quality ingredients & rich flavors.

In Japan, Hokkaido is known for quality and delicious dairy. However, milk & beef consumption was taboo until the Meiji Era.

In Japanese, chopsticks are called hashi. Just like the many tableware rules in European dining, there are plenty of hashi-based rules to follow when dining in Japan.

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Manju and mochi are both kinds of traditional Japanese sweets, called wagashi. While at first glance, these wagashi may seem similar, they are actually quite different.

If you are in Japan, or have visited Japan, you may have noticed how Japanese people seemingly pay attention to minute details in anything and everything. It’s hard not to wonder how they make everything look so perfect. Even the Japanese dinner table is done with the utmost perfection Japan is known for.