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. …
♪Japanese phrases have such a good ring to them♪ 〜Huuuuu!!〜
Welcome to the “Japanese language fun time!” First, I’d like to mention that while I’m not a Japanese language teacher, I am happy to deliver fun words and expressions that …
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 …
The Seven Autumn Flowers (or Herbs)～Let’s Enjoy Seeing Flowers in the Fields of Autumn～
As you know, Japan has four distinct seasons. Each season is very different from the other, so since ancient times, people in Japan have enjoyed each season’s characteristics, such as …
Treasure Hunting at Flea Markets in Kyoto!
Antiques, ceramics, second-hand kimonos, handicrafts, bonsai (盆栽), and other Japanese things. Are you interested in these kinds of items? Or, are you looking for a kind of unique souvenir from …
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 …
Sushi: A Sophisticated Delicacy or a Fast Food?
Sushi, generally consisting of vinegared rice and a topping, is a traditional Japanese delicacy and is now a well recognized cuisine worldwide. However, the word “sushi” has been typed differently …
What is Donki?
Have you ever seen this penguin? This is “Don Quixote,” which is the Japanese discount store whose headquarters is in Tokyo. Now it has 604 stores in Japan and 96 …
Why are there so many pine trees around Japanese castles?
Do you know why there are a lot of pine trees in Japanese castles? You find many pine trees around castles all over Japan. There are a few reasons why …
Seasonal Work of Side-Job Farming in June
June in Japan is a humid season with a lot of rain and high temperatures. During this period, persimmons absorb a lot of water, and the fruits grow bigger. If …