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Nikko’s location just north of the capital in Tochigi Prefecture has made it one of the country’s most popular destinations. But this city shines brightest during autumn, when the vibrant foliage of the surrounding forests and mountains becomes especially striking. But what exactly is Nikko koyo?
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Taiyaki, a popular Japanese pastry designed with the features of a cartoonish fish, are a traditional Japanese snack that has been enjoyed in Japan for over a century. Read on to learn all about taiyaki and why it is one of the top street foods in Japan and abroad!
Okinawan brown sugar is boiled for hours to produce a thick, dark syrup, used for culinary & medicinal purposes.
Yokan, a traditional Japanese jelly candy, is one of Japan’s oldest sweets. This block-shaped, translucent, subtly colored snack is unassuming in appearance but is a sophisticated Japanese dessert with countless variations appealing to modern tastes. This snack uses red bean paste, agar, and sugar, and it is one of the oldest in Japan’s line-up of…
Okinawan food culture is famous for its range of cuisine and the culture of food it supports. It’s also surprisingly different from Japan’s mainland dishes.
Okinawan Obon celebrations are steeped in unique history & traditions.
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