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Tsukimi Yokan with a Moon and Rabbit Design

Yokan: Japan's Oldest Sweet Jelly-like Treat

The world of wagashi (Japanese traditional sweets) is big, and while treats like mochi, dorayaki and castella are stand-outs, other...
Hanami Spots in Japan To Make the Most of Sakura Season

Hanami Spots in Japan To Make the Most of Sakura Season

It’s sakura season (at the time of writing), which means that areas of Japan are saying hello and will soon...
Senbei: Rice Crackers Packed with Japanese Flavor

Senbei: Rice Crackers Packed with Japanese Flavor

Japan is full of tasty snacks, but if you’ve been on our blog, ordered from us, or have visited Japan...
Green Mochi Next to a box of Red Bean Paste

Mochi: A Tasty Treat Packed with Culture and History

Rice is probably the most important staple food of Japan and has tons of significance in the Japan’s native religion,...
Year of the Horse: Fun Facts about Horses & Japan

Year of the Horse: Fun Facts about Horses & Japan

2026 is the Year of the Horse, which means that many folks will be enjoying a lucky year. And while...
Thanksgiving in Japan: A Day of Rice and Workers

Thanksgiving in Japan: A Day of Rice and Workers

Japan celebrates a version of Thanksgiving now that is known most commonly as Labor Thanksgiving Day. However, unlike the customs...
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