When you think of Tokyo souvenirs, traditional sweets like ningyo-yaki or kaminari-okoshi used to be the norm. But in 1991,...

Hello! Today I’m sharing a unique and surprisingly delicious snack with you. It’s the unexpected collaboration betweenWAGYUMAFIA and Beaver –...

As June reaches its latter half, there’s a scent that gently drifts through the air during breaks in the rain....

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When you visit Nara, you might be surprised to see deer 🦌 walking freely through the town. One of the...

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Is there any other country where rainy days are this beautiful? In Japan, June marks the start of the rainy...

As we enter June, you may start to hear whispers of Tanabata, the Japanese Star Festival.Celebrated on July 7th, it’s...

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🏮 Introduction In Japan, the end of May marks the start of a cultural tradition called koromogae — the seasonal...

When people think of Japanese snacks, they often imagine Pocky, mochi, or green tea KitKats. But there’s another traditional treat...

When visiting Sapporo, one souvenir you absolutely can’t miss is the Marusei Butter Sandwich by Rokkatei. This long-time favorite is...

As Japan transitions into its humid rainy season, you might start to feel a little sluggish or crave something light...

As Japan transitions from spring to the humid rainy season, many households begin preparing for koromogae — a traditional custom...

🥉 No.3: Kanazawa (Ishikawa Prefecture) Stroll through vibrant greenery and timeless streets Kanazawa is a city where tradition meets modern...

It’s Golden Week in Japan, one of the biggest holiday seasons of the year. While people across the country are...

Spring is a season of renewal, and in Japan, the arrival of spring is marked by a special national holiday...

Spring in Japan is synonymous with cherry blossoms. The sight of cherry trees in full bloom is a special moment...

In Japan, graduation is a BIG DEAL. While many countries celebrate with cheers and parties, Japanese students cry. A lot....

Hello, fellow ramen lovers!And to those who just randomly clicked on this article! Today, I’m reviewing "MisoKin", a cup ramen...

Hello everyone! Today, I want to introduce you to a Japanese snack that’s been around for ages, but with a...

Hey everyone! Have you ever heard of "Karu"? ...No? Yeah, I figured. Karu is a Japanese snack that used to...

I’ve had Yan Yan Tsukebou before—chocolate flavor, of course. But this time?It’s strawberry flavor! A completely new experience for me....

Driving through rural Japan, you sometimes come across sights so unexpected that you have to do a double take. This...