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In Japan, summer brings the refreshing delight of kakigori — shaved ice flavored with sweet syrups and traditional tastes. Among them, Uji ...

During my recent trip on the Tokaido Shinkansen, I stopped at Shizuoka Station and decided to buy an ekiben for the ride. I chose the Makuno...

Kyoto Miku enjoys the gentle coolness of a summer evening in Kyoto, a quiet tradition that has long offered relief after warm days.   This y...

Bon Odori is a traditional Japanese summer dance held to honor the spirits of ancestors.   People gather under glowing lanterns, wearing col...

Kyoto is known not only for its temples and traditions but also for its unique local vegetables called “Kyo-yasai.”   Among them, ,"Kam...

The origins trace back to the Meiji period, when the Imperial Japanese Navy adopted curry as part of a major dietary reform to fight malnutr...

In Japan, matcha is more than just a drink—it is a symbol of harmony, mindfulness, and tradition. Kyoto, the ancient capital, is known as th...