You might have heard about Ehomaki before or you may have already had a chance to make and eat it. In this article, not only will we explain about Setsubun…
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For those looking to venture beyond Japan’s Golden Route between Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, Nagoya is fast becoming a regular addition to tourists’ itineraries. There are loads of to-dos and…
Fast access to data is especially important when traveling and you can’t always rely on public Wifi. So if you’re planning a trip to Japan, or have one coming up…
Have you ever heard of Pompompurin and if you have, did you know there’s a Pompompurin Café in Harajuku? Whether you’re a long-time fan of Sanrio or simply curious about…
We’re thrilled to welcome Lucy Bolognese, who recently wrote this excellent post for us about the “Nagoya Breakfast Special”, explaining its origin and taking us on a flavourful “Morning Service”…
This November brings an exciting month for Japanese enthusiasts in the UK, as there will be some fantastic Japanese related events taking place in London and across the country. You…
The annual Japanese food and culture related festivals and events taking place across the UK makes for an exciting Japanese Events calendar in October. You can find the date and…
If you’re interested to know about hojicha, read on to find out the basics of this tea, its history, culture significance, and a variety of ways to enjoy it. You’ll…
This September, for those who have an interest in traditional Japanese culture, “From Tradition to Modernity: Understanding Nohgaku” is a great opportunity to get to know about Nohgaku (noh and…
What is Shiso? One of the most aromatic and popular herbs in Japan is Perilla, called Shiso (シソ) in Japanese. This fragrant herb originating from Asia belongs to the mint…