With a name meaning “mountain pear”, Yamanashi quite clearly has strong associations with fruit cultivation.

Chopsticks have been a part of East Asian culture for over 3000 years. Whether you’re in China, Korea, Vietnam, or Japan, it’s essential to know how to use chopsticks for a truly authentic dining experience.

With a view of Mt. Fuji, the vivid green rows of tea leaves of Makinohara are about as picturesque as it gets.

Tokyo is known for its blend of traditional & modern. Experience this philosophy through impressive yearly festivals held across the city.

Sakura is the Japanese word for cherry blossoms, the small, delicate, pink flowers seen during spring. Cherry blossoms are known as the flower of spring, and have become special flowers showing that spring is officially here.

Japan comes alive in summer with spectacular matsuri. Take our quiz to see how much you know about Japan’s festival culture.

Dating back to 1733, this impressive fireworks competition is a yearly tradition in Tokyo. But from fire to famine, this event’s history is anything but smooth. Come with us as we explore the twists and turns of this historic event that takes place on the last Saturday of July, along the banks of the Sumida…

Most visitors to Japan are curious about the culture, especially Japanese cuisine. One of the most common questions they have in mind is what do Japanese people eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

It’s a staple festival treat decorated with eye-catching designs & colors. But where did it come from?

Mikoshi, a common sight at festivals, are beautiful & intricate religious objects believed to contain the spirit of a shrine.

Tokyo’s Three Great Festivals of Edo are so named as they were initially held when the city was still called Edo (1603-1868).

Raku ware is a form of traditional Japanese ceramics. Raku pottery is most often seen in the form of chawan tea bowls (Japanese tea bowls), the bowls used in Japanese tea ceremonies.