While traditional mochi cakes have been a celebrated part of Japanese culture for centuries, most Americans are more familiar ...

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Oshogatsu, the Japanese New Year, is one of the most important festive events in the Japanese calendar. Here are some New ...

Local cooking instructor and food writer Sonoko Sakai explains the deep meaning of "Japanese in style" cuisine.

Oshogatsu, the Japanese New Year, is one of the most important festive events of the Japanese calendar symbolising traditions ...

Discover the new Harajuku Bakehouse, a specialized bakery and dessert-focused vertical by Harajuku Tokyo Café, as they aim to ...

A Japanese beauty brand, widely recognised for its high-quality skincare range without the luxury price tags, has launched a ...

Production of hana-mochi traditional New Year’s decorations, a skill handed down over generations, is reaching its peak in the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture.

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For visitors to Japan, especially those checking out the Mt. Fuji-Kawaguchiko area, Hoto—a traditional local dish of ...

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