Japanese kirimochi (cut mochi) is a dried and packaged rice cake, also known as mochi. Drying it makes it shelf stable for many months, which makes it a popular pantry food, usually coming in convenient individual packages.

An omamori is an amulet or good luck charm from Japan that wards away evil. There are many amulets/charms for different milestones, such as passing a school exam, getting married, etc. Omamori also comes in different shapes, sizes, and prices. We’ll explore the history of omamori and the different types of omamori you can buy…

Shinto is based on beliefs in the supernatural and nature itself. Its beliefs of purity, respect for the cycle of life, and “the way of the Gods” underline every aspect of traditional and modern Japanese culture. 

In Japan, samurai are the ideal image that represents all the best qualities of a warrior: morality, courage, respect, loyalty. Let’s take a look at some famous Japanese warriors in history.

There are many delicious snacks to enjoy in Japan, from fried foods to sweets! You may have heard of popular snacks like Pocky, Hi-chew, Senbei, and Dorayaki, but there are also traditional Japanese snacks worth trying.

When it comes to traditional Japanese clothing, we usually only think of kimono. However, there are all kinds of traditional Japanese clothing.