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Matsuri means festival in Japanese, and there are a plethora of matsuri held in the city of Kyoto throughout the year. Kyoto was Japan’s imperial capital until it changed to...

Japan has a rich history of castles, and the classic Japanese castles that we know today date back to as early as the Sengoku period (1467-1603). Japanese castles were originally...

When the average person thinks of Japanese cuisine, foods like mochi, ramen and sushi probably come to mind. However, the truth is, Japanese cuisine isn’t as standard as many people...

One of my favorite things to do in Japan is visit lots of bakeries. Not only will you see jiggly Japanese souffle cheesecake and shortcake topped with sweet Japanese fruits...

The Obon festival, also known as the Bon Festival, is one of the largest celebrations held in Japan and takes place during the seventh month of the year, typically from...

Wagashi is a broad term used to describe traditional Japanese confections that are typically enjoyed with green tea. Wagashi translates to “Japanese sweets” or “Japanese snacks” and was coined during...

Okinawa Prefecture is the southernmost prefecture in Japan. It spans over 1,000 kilometers from Japan and approaches Taiwan. Its unique climate and geography make it home to some very special...

  Taiyaki means “baked sea bream” in Japanese. Sea bream is the nickname for a species of saltwater fish called tai in Japan. Although this food looks like a fish,...

Though there are quite a few ways to beat summer heat, indulging in a refreshing snack isn’t a bad way to go. Check out this list of our favorite Japanese...

Learning to use chopsticks may be daunting at first, but it’s actually easier than you think! With a little practice, you’ll soon be digging into all kinds of dishes, and...

There are so many Japanese desserts I like, and today, I am here to share one of my favorites with you. Anmitsu is a traditional Japanese dessert that dates back...

These are yearly events of July in Japan. Although unfortunately the public events will not be taking place this year, we still wanted to share them with you for your...