Despite being the country’s capital, Tokyo is not typically considered the center of Japanese culture. Tourists rarely prefer a tea ceremony in this contemporary, multicultural city over shopping or a trip to the newest attraction.

When it comes to Japanese traditions around this time of year, most people think of osechi and kagami mochi. Did you also know that the Japanese eat soba on New Year’s Eve? Let’s take a look at this delicious tradition!

Because of Yokohama’s history as an international port city, this bayside jewel has much to offer to locals and tourists in terms of entertainment, events, and food.

The beauty of powdered Japanese green teas is their versatility in cooking and making drinks. In this case, the hojicha’s roasted and earthy flavors put a comforting, nutty spin on any treats and beverages.

Soybeans are so integral to Japan that they’ve even created snacks from it! Miso, tofu and even kinako powder are the most popular.

Butter in Japanese food is a trendy ingredient! From savory to sweet dishes, butter adds a richness to the nation’s cuisine that is incomparable. There are also many different ways to say “butter” in Japanese. Let’s take a closer look at the many linguistic and culinary possibilities that butter in Japanese food offers. Butter in…

Recently white strawberries have also become popular in Japan. Let’s explore the white strawberry and why it is so popular!

Japanese Wagyu beef is world-famous, but what makes it so unique? It’s time to dive into its history and see what makes it so delicious and renowned among food enthusiasts and gourmands.

Castella cakes have been in Japan since the 16th Century when Portuguese missionaries arrived in Nagasaki. The delectable sponge like cake made its way to mainland Japan, and flourished with exciting variations, flavors and shapes.

Even though there’s no apple tree with blue fruit, there is gorgeous blue apple jam from rustic Aomori Prefecture!  A combination of Japanese apples and Thai flowers, this jam is both trendy and holistic.

Every year, in Kyoto, they celebrate tsukimi. Though Kyoto is very much a modern place, it has retained a great amount of its pastoral charm. 

The hot, humid Japanese summer has finally passed by. The leaves are changing color, the breeze is getting cooler, and you want something to warm you up as you enjoy the outdoor delights that Japan has to offer in autumn.