Japanese New Year Traditions: Mochi
Each year, one of the traditions of the Japanese New Year is to pound rice into a fine flour, mochi. …
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Japanese Food Tips: Ordering Ramen With a Food Ticket
One of the strangest things I encountered in Japan during my first trip was trying to figure out how to …
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Japanese Festivals: Tanabata
Held on July 7th every year, Tanabata is better known as the Star Festival. Odds are that you have probably …
5 Japanese Sweets to Try When You Visit Japan
If you are like me, you are always on the hunt for something unique and sweet to give a try. …
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Tokyo Snapshots: Asakusa
Asakusa is one of the oldest districts of Tokyo; its name literally translates to “low city.” Asakusa is located in …
Japanese Food: Noodle Dishes
With the cold weather, I’ve been enjoying more and more soup based dishes.I felt that I should continue a post …