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Valentine’s Day in Japan: An Intricate Dance of Delicate Feelings

February 13, 2024
BY Amna Bibi

Forget the traditional roses and fancy dinners, Valentine's Day in Japan takes its own unique turn, where chocolates are in style and love takes on a different flavor. Let's delve into the delightful world of this cultural celebration, exploring its history, and traditions, and why it's […]

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Japan’s Chocolatey Love Affair

February 6, 2022
BY Chloe Hughes

Chocolate is one of the world’s most beloved treats and Japan is no stranger to this trend. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching there is no better time than now to delve into the country’s unique relationship with this mouthwatering snack. Although chocolate was said to be […]

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Top 5 Tokyo Valentine’s Day Date Ideas for 2022

January 28, 2022
BY Layla

Date Ideas for a Romantic Valentine's Day in Tokyo!  Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Let it serve as a reminder to celebrate the love you have in your life — whether that love is for a romantic partner, good friends, or just yourself. We […]

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Top 5 Date Ideas in Tokyo for Valentine’s Day 2020

February 4, 2020
BY Rae DeFrane

Top Tokyo Spots for Valentines 2020! Romantic and fun.

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White Day in Japan – The day the men give back

March 12, 2019
BY Rae DeFrane

White Day??? What's the history of this strange twin to everyone’s favorite Hallmark holiday you might ask? In the 1977, the CEO of a small confectionary company in Fukuoka called Ishimura Manseido was reading a magazine in his office for inspiration to revitalize sales…

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OSUSUME Japan – USHIO CHOCOLATL & foo CHOCOLATERS

February 14, 2019
BY Jessica Iragne

The slogan for Ushio is  “Chocolates not to eat. Feel” ! An increasing number of people are already conscious of the power of respecting raw materials and the importance of knowing who made something and how it was made.  Not only chocolate but much more than that.