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In Kyoto, koyo is celebrated as one of the most picturesque times of the year. Throughout Kyoto, locals and tourists participate in “momijigari,” hunting for red leaves, as they go to famous spots to enjoy the autumn colors. Kyoto’s blend of tradition, spirituality, and natural beauty makes it one of the top destinations for experiencing…
As cherry blossom season creeps ever closer, pink, spring-themed snacks are popping up in convenience stores and supermarkets all over Japan!
One of the main differences between the types of Japanese donuts lies in the dry ingredients used for them.
Unlike other green teas, matcha is a fine powder produced by drying and grinding specially cultivated tea leaves, thereby conserving all of the leaves’ nutrients.
Dorayaki are a Japanese confection made up of two miniature pancake-like patties with sweet azuki bean paste, called anko, nestled inside.
Found in traditional candy stores across Japan – Konpeito is one candy that virtually every Japanese person is familiar with.
You may have heard of matcha. In recent years, the drink has become a popular choice in well known coffee shops. And it’s becoming an increasingly popular ingredient for sweets and desserts. But what is Matcha? Matcha is a fine green tea powder, most notably coming from Japan. Farmers first harvest, dry and separate the…
Enjoy new Japanese sweets, snacks & tea every month starting from $32.50 USD