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Discover Salt Pickled Sakura - Japanese Pickled Cherry Blossoms
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April 23, 2026
Discover Salt Pickled Sakura: Japanese Preserved Cherry Blossoms

Sakura (cherry blossoms) have become a well-known symbol...

Yozakura: The Magic of Moonlit Cherry Blossoms
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April 06, 2026
Yozakura: The Magic of Moonlit Cherry Blossoms

Nighttime viewing is known as yozakura (“yo” meaning...

Discover Matcha - Japanese Prized Green Tea Powder
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February 03, 2026
Discover Matcha - Japanese Prized Green Tea Powder

Matcha, the prized powdered green tea traditionally used...

Discover the sacred Japanese tree connecting humans and nature, both spiritually and in daily life.
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December 11, 2025
Hinoki: The Sacred Cypress of Japan

Discover hinoki, the sacred Japanese tree connecting humans...

The History of Christmas Cakes in Japan
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December 01, 2025
The History of Christmas Cakes in Japan

While visions of sugarplums and gingerbread may dance...

Matcha and matcha tools, including a chasen (matcha whisk) against a black background
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November 13, 2025
The Making of An Essential Matcha Tool: The Craftsmanship Behind the Chasen

Explore the centuries-old craftsmanship behind the matcha whisks...

Kissaten: Japan's Retro Cafés Serving Up a Taste of the Past
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September 29, 2025
Kissaten: Japan's Retro Cafés Serving Up a Taste of the Past

Kissaten, Japan's retro cafés, offer a unique glimpse...

Just the Essentials: Staple Sauces in Japanese Cuisine
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September 29, 2025
Just the Essentials: Staple Sauces in Japanese Cuisine

Japanese cuisine can be intimidating, so we're paring...

Dr. Yellow: The Beloved Shinkansen Keeping Japan’s Railways Safe
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September 29, 2025
Dr. Yellow: The Beloved Shinkansen Keeping Japan’s Railways Safe

Working behind the scenes to keep Japan's railways...

The Evolution of Hanko:  Personal Seals Leaving Their Mark On Japan
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September 29, 2025
The Evolution of Hanko: Personal Seals Leaving Their Mark On Japan

While Japan may seem lightyears ahead in terms...

Jinrikisha (Rickshaws): Japan's Traditional Transportation
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September 29, 2025
Jinrikisha (Rickshaws): Japan's Traditional Transportation

Looking for a new way to experience some...