Fermented enzyme lemon syrup
Fermented foods are deeply permeated into daily life in Japan. There are many kinds, such as miso, natto, and pickled vegetables. I make my homemade miso every year, and I’ve …
Fermented foods are deeply permeated into daily life in Japan. There are many kinds, such as miso, natto, and pickled vegetables. I make my homemade miso every year, and I’ve …
In situations where we Japanese say “Itadakimasu: いただきます,” “arigatou: ありがとう,” and “gomennasai: ごめんなさい,” we put our hands together. That is a custom not only in Japan, but also over Asia. …
Hello. Do you know what the zodiac animal will be in 2024? 2024 is the year of Ryu 龍 (dragons). In Japan, the twelve Chinese zodiac signs are called Junishi, …
Do you know what the shortest form of poetry in the world is? It is the haiku, a three-line poem of only 17 syllables (5-7-5) that describes a natural scene …
If you come to Japan, Osaka is the place to be. You will not be able to resist but will fall in love with Osaka when you meet the friendly, …
Regardless of the country, a child’s first birthday is a special occasion. There are many ways to celebrate it. Some decorate the room with many colorful balloons, and others let …
Nara has many temples and shrines along with Kyoto. Nara, where the first capital of Japan was established, offers an ancient ambience that cannot be found in Kyoto. For example, …
A streetcar leaves a station with a “ching-ching” sound. Osaka users who love these streetcars call them “chin-den.” (This is a short form of “chin-chin tram :ちんちん電車.”) There are many …
As a lover of spring, I feel my heart leaping with excitement when spring arrives. Plants and trees sprout new shoots, and flowers bloom. It is the season that warm …
Most of you reading this probably know what “conbini” is. Yes, it is a convenience store. Nowadays, a lot of people recognize the word globally. Surely a lot of you …