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Tea holds a significant place in the cultural heritage of Japan, dating back to the 9th century with a rich and lengthy history. To this day, tea remains an integral component of daily life in Japan, with a diverse range of traditional g...

If you're traveling to Japan, trying out the local cuisine is a must-do activity, and kuzu mochi should be on your list. This traditional Japanese dessert is not only a delicious treat but also a cultural experience that will allow you t...

Many people know that Japanese whiskey, like other words Japanese whiskey, is admired around the world. Although Japanese whiskey production has a short history, it counted among the five major whiskeys in the world and established itsel...

“Asuka Nabe” is a local dish of Nara Prefecture, made by simmering chicken and vegetables in milk and soup stock. Locals eat this at home on a daily basis and passed down from parent to child. They also served this in school lunches. 【W...

Among wagashi (Japanese sweets), dango is one of the most popular even for Japanese people and foreigners. Since ancient time, it has been appeared and has a deep meaning in Japanese food culture. Although relating to rice, it is differe...

【What is Kinzanji miso?】 Kinzanji miso is a kind of miso produced mainly in Chiba, Shizuoka, and Wakayama prefectures. Since Kinzanji miso was a preserved food for eating summer vegetables in the winter at the temple, it contains white...

【What is Harihari nabe?】 Harihari nabe also referred to simply as 'Harihari,' is a type of hot pot dish made with whale meat and mizuna (potherb mustard). Because whale meat is difficult to come by these days, many restaurants substitu...

【What is Yudoufu?】 Yudoufu is a tofu-based hot pot dish that is popular in Kyoto, Japan. Locals heated the cubed tofu and water in a pot lined with kombu seaweed before serving it with soy sauce and condiments. Distinguished by its sof...

Along with sencha and matcha, Gyokuro is one of the most popular traditional teas in Japan. Do you know that gyokuro is considered as a high-class tea that you usually serve when you have important visitors. This may sound a little bit s...

【What is Dango?】 Wagashi (和菓子) or what Japanese people call traditional Japanese confections. This includes popular Japanese sweets such as Dorayaki, mochi, dango, etc. Dango is a traditional Japanese sweet dumpling made by adding w...