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One of the most anticipated sights in Japan is the annual arrival of the cherry blossoms – or sakura – each spring. Sakura are Japan’s unofficial national flower and hold a special place in Japanese culture. These delicate blossoms come in tons of different colors including […]

Sumo is a sports competition between two rikishi (wrestlers). It takes place at the dohyo, which is a circular platform formed by partially buried rice straw bales 4.55 meters in diameter and is covered in sand. In order to win the match, the rikishi has to […]

On December 3rd, the second round of the 2024 OMOTENASHI selection award winners were announced, showcasing the winner's contribution towards fine craftsmanship and execution of many amazing Japanese products and services. The OMOTENASHI selection is a yearly list of the highest quality products and services produced […]

When you want to take a deep breath while watching seagulls and feel the history of Tokyo, Hamamatsucho is the best place for you. Takeshiba Pier, near Hamamatsucho, is a must-see location for anime fans, as it is a key scene in the 2019 award-winning anime […]

If you have been to Japan, one of the foods you must try is kamaboko. These delicate, yet flavourful, Japanese fish cakes have been a part of Japanese culinary tradition for centuries. Made from pureed white fish and steamed to perfection, these bite-sized morsels come in […]

Throughout our lives, books have always been a great source of information and inspiration. Digital books have recently gained popularity as they are lighter and better for the environment and your pocket. However, a digital book will never have the same feeling as a paper book. The […]

The Dango Before my first trip to Japan, I made a list of all the foods I wanted to make sure I tried. I had your typical ramen, sushi, gyoza, and onigiri; however, sitting at the top of my list was a little round-shaped dessert on […]

Takadanobaba is infamous for its status as a town built for schools and students. Young people from the nearby universities, particularly the most well-known academy Waseda University, come together to indulge in the dynamism offered by the neighborhood (also known as “Baba”), which also enjoys its […]

Imagine it’s 1300 years ago in the year 724 AD, the Nara era of Japan. You’ve heard whispers of Kinosaki, a small town nestled along the Sea of Japan. Word has it a Buddhist priest named Dochi Shonin prayed for one-thousand days in order to help […]

Have you ever been to karaoke? Lots of laughter, maybe some out-of-tune singing, and overall, it’s just a really fun time. However, not all karaoke is the same, and I was very surprised by the differences I saw between the ones I experienced in New Zealand […]