With origins that trace back to ancient times, the captivating story of Japanese pottery mirrors the fascinating developments in Japanese history and traditions. First used in the Jomon period for …
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Updated: October 1st, 2024 In the heart of central Japan, there lies a realm that blurs the boundaries of animation and reality. For decades, Studio Ghibli and director Hayao Miyazaki …
A unique event returning to London in early November is Toyama Week running from the 31st October to 5th November. Last year, we joined Toyama Week’s event at Japan House …
For centuries, people have enjoyed the pleasing qualities of a cup of aromatic and invigorating tea. In Japan, one of the many countries that possess a rich tradition and culture, …
Where did you drink your first sake? Was it at a Japanese restaurant together with a plate of sushi or sashimi? For some it may have been on a sake …
Film Synopsis: Welcome to Kaiko City – a broken town filled with crime and corruption – where the financial corporations and even the prosecutors are rotten to the core and …
Earlier this month, we joined the head chefs of top London restaurants and hotels, as well as industry experts, for a lecture on Japanese rice. In this article, we’ll be …
At this time of the year, shops and malls are with Christmas decorations as well as gorgeous winter illumination events are held all over the world including Japan. Here is …
One of our best purchases this year was a strong and reliable rice paddle. We cook a lot of rice as you can imagine on pretty much a daily basis. …