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...

One of the fun things to try in Japan is to walk around the city wearing Japanese traditional clothes. Seeing people wear kimono at a tea ceremony and spending a...

When traveling, the only thing better than seeing the sights is tasting the authentic flavors of traditional and popular foods a city, region, and/or country has to offer. Japan is...

Matcha madness has truly taken over the world! From matcha lattes to matcha cakes, this powdered green tea has gone beyond the cup. But where did the journey of this...

Vending machines are so widely used in Japan that they can be found on nearly every street corner. In other countries this may seem excessive, but given the wide variety...