The purple sweet potato is a staple food of the Okinawan diet. It’s also known as “beni-imo”, and it contributes to one of the longest life expectancies in the world!

Kumiodori is traditional Okinawan storytelling through dance.

Considered friendly & comforting, Okinawan shisa protect people from evil spirits.

Kinako is a popular Japanese topping used to help flavor desserts and snacks.

Warabi mochi is a cool, jelly-like dessert, especially popular during Japan’s humid summer months. It is a kind of wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets), with a history dating back to the Heian era (794-1185).

Taste the local flavors of beni imo, shikuwasa citrus, and more in our August box.