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December in Japan
In Japan, December is a month of preparation for the coming year, marked by bringing closure to the old year and welcoming the new one. Here are some traditional customs...
December in Japan
In Japan, December is a month of preparation for the coming year, marked by bringing closure to the old year and welcoming the new one. Here are some traditional customs...
"Nerikiri" - Japanese Sweets
Even if you've never heard the word nerikiri, you’ve likely seen these delicate Japanese sweets—small, beautifully crafted confections shaped like seasonal flowers, insects, animals, and other elements from nature. Nerikiri...
"Nerikiri" - Japanese Sweets
Even if you've never heard the word nerikiri, you’ve likely seen these delicate Japanese sweets—small, beautifully crafted confections shaped like seasonal flowers, insects, animals, and other elements from nature. Nerikiri...
Matcha
Matcha has become popular worldwide, both as a drink and as a flavor in various foods. It’s a type of green tea traditionally served in sado—the Japanese tea ceremony. This...
Matcha
Matcha has become popular worldwide, both as a drink and as a flavor in various foods. It’s a type of green tea traditionally served in sado—the Japanese tea ceremony. This...
Traditional Japanese Table
The foundation of Japanese cuisine is known as "Ichiju Sansai," meaning "one soup and three dishes." In this setup, rice isn’t counted because it's considered an essential part of every...
Traditional Japanese Table
The foundation of Japanese cuisine is known as "Ichiju Sansai," meaning "one soup and three dishes." In this setup, rice isn’t counted because it's considered an essential part of every...
Temples and Shrines
Japan is home to both temples and shrines. For those who have never visited, it can be tricky to tell the difference at first. The main distinction lies in their...
Temples and Shrines
Japan is home to both temples and shrines. For those who have never visited, it can be tricky to tell the difference at first. The main distinction lies in their...
Matsuri Festivals
Matsuri are traditional Japanese festivals. For most Japanese people, the word matsuri likely brings to mind natsu-matsuri(summer festivals), where portable shrines called mikoshi and elaborate floats parade through town. Summer...
Matsuri Festivals
Matsuri are traditional Japanese festivals. For most Japanese people, the word matsuri likely brings to mind natsu-matsuri(summer festivals), where portable shrines called mikoshi and elaborate floats parade through town. Summer...