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Ninohe dance Festival
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May 25, 2020
Dancing with Colors in Iwate Prefecture

Up in Iwate prefecture is a tiny town...

Yonezawa beef
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May 19, 2020
5 Regional Dishes to Try in Tōhoku

Japan's Tōhoku Region is renowned for producing some of Japan's highest...

Yokote Snow Festival in Akita, Japan
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May 16, 2020
Tohoku: Bountiful Nature in Northern Japan

Japan's Tōhoku Region (東北地方), known for its rustic countrysides, expansive landscapes and relaxing...

Senbei Japanese Rice Crackers
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May 14, 2020
Japanese Rice Crackers: Senbei (煎餅) vs Okaki (おかき)

Rice crackers can be found in every shape,...

Donburi
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April 17, 2020
Different Types of Donburi (Rice Bowl Dishes)

If you've ever visited Japanese restaurants, you've likely...

Chagusaba Tea Production: Sustainable, Semi-Natural Meadows – and Delicious Teas
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April 05, 2020
Chagusaba Tea Production: Sustainable, Semi-Natural Meadows – and Delicious Teas

Chagusaba is a traditional agricultural production method dating back more...

PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Kazemaru-Nojo - Planting Apple Seeds of Change - Kokoro Care Packages
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April 02, 2020
PRODUCER SPOTLIGHT: Kazemaru-Nojo - Planting Apple Seeds of Change

Mr. Saiki Kimura, who was not initially excited...

The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Noodles
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March 30, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Noodles

Noodles have a rich history in Japan and...

Seating Arrangements for the Perfect Dining Etiquette in Japan
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March 30, 2020
Seating Arrangements for the Perfect Dining Etiquette in Japan

From formal meals to traditional tea ceremonies, it...

Japanese Etiquette for Eating Noodles
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March 30, 2020
Japanese Etiquette for Eating Noodles

Japanese culture has a rich and long traditional...