These traditional Japanese sweets are a local specialty which were developed on the island itself. With red bean filling, they are in the same family as snacks like taiyaki or dorayaki. However, with a cake-like texture and an adorable leaf design, momiji manju are a must-try if you visit Hiroshima.

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Shikuwasa limes, also called citrus depressa, are a citrus fruit grown on the island of Okinawa and one of the island prefecture’s must-try foods.

Unlike matcha, or powdered japanese green tea, sencha is a Japanese green tea made by infusing whole tea leaves in hot water after they are processed. In this article we will look into the benefits and side effects of sencha.

Okinawa is a tropical prefecture with an incredibly rich & diverse culture. Explore some of the highlights here.

Learn the difference between Japanese & Okinawan traditional dress, then take our quiz!