The Origin of Ningyoyaki
Ningyoyaki (人形焼) is one of the most famous types of confectionery or souvenirs of Tokyo. It is a tiny cake baked in a small mold, and it’s filled with sweet …
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How to Enjoy Japanese Halloween
Summer is over, and from the end of September, cities are having a Halloween mood. In retrospect, there were Halloween events at theme parks, restaurants and bars in the early …
The Birth of “Katsu-Sando,” a Sandwich with a Deep Fried Cutlet.
Katsu Sando (カツサンド) is probably one of the most popular sandwiches in Japan. “Sando” is a Japanese Katakana word for sandwich. You can find them at the convenience stores, supermarkets …
Pilgrimage lodge with delicious food and wonderful hospitality.
There are various types of accommodations in Japan, such as business hotels, ryokan, minshuku, and guesthouses. What kind of accommodation do you prefer? If you want to stay at a …
One-day Trip to Toyosu, Tokyo
Generally speaking, Tokyo is home to a bunch of places where you should go to. Like, go shopping, eating out and visiting tourist places just to name a few. In …
Must-Go Udon Shops in Osaka
Introduction Osaka is a great diverse city, especially regarding food, it’s the best place in Japan for it. There are various kinds of delicious food which is priced from a …
Tsukimi: a moon-viewing tradition in Japan
“Tsuki-mi” (月見), literally meaning “to look at the moon,” depicts the traditional moon-viewing events or autumnal customs in Japan. Since Japan has four distinct seasons, people have cherished the seasonal …
Dashi influenced by the culture
Introduction Today, I’ll be introducing a Japanese broth called “dashi” in this blog. As you might know, washoku, or Japanese cuisine, was recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013. …
Love Osaka Konamon Part 2 ~Takoyaki~
Osaka offers tons of delicious foods, especially so-called “Konamon”. I’ve written about another Konamon cuisine, Okonomiyaki, on HTJ before. Love Osaka Konamon ~Okonomiyaki~ Everyone knows that Osaka is famous for …
Blue in Japan
I like blue. The color blue is associated with the vast ocean and the clear sky on sunny days. However, there are some interesting Japanese words that call something blue …