A Unique Way of Climbing Mt. Fuji
Hello again, Mt. Fuji! This is my third time climbing this popular mountain, but my goal this year is not to reach the summit. If you’re planning to climb to …
10 Must-Buy Items at Donki
Do you know of a supermarket that is one of the most exciting in Japan? Now, I swear, it’s Don Quixote. These iconic blue penguin stores are getting popular and …
How to Cook Delicious Japanese Rice
Hot summer is gone. The sky color has changed, the clouds have changed, and the wind has changed.Yes! The beautiful autumn is here!I was born and raised in Ikaruga in …
Japanese Pop Culture: Funassyi
There is currently a lot of noise in the media about Japan’s relative standing in the world declining in various ways. On the other hand there seems to be a …
Somen Delight: How to Enjoy Japan’s Delicious Summer Noodles
What kind of noodles would you like to try when you come to Japan? Ramen, udon, or perhaps soba? When asked about summer, many Japanese people would mention a food …
How To Enjoy Natsumatsuri
When you visit Japan, you might have seen a summer festival. It might be a famous one or a very local one. Right, Natsumatsuri (夏祭り) is a summer festival that …
Japanese Pop Culture
There is currently a lot of noise in the media about Japan’s relative standing in the world declining in various ways. On the other hand there seems to be a …
Ohagi & Botamochi, Japanese Seasonal Treats
General Description of Ohagi and Botamochi Ohagi and Botamochi are traditional Japanese sweets made from glutinous rice covered with sweet red bean paste. These sweet rice balls are called different …
How to enjoy soup curry
What food do you think of when it comes to Sapporo? As you know, there are many attractive meals such as miso-flavored ramen, Genghis Khan, and raw seafood on rice. …
Three Best Bookstores in Kyoto
Introduction What comes to mind when you hear the word KYOTO? Temples, Kimono, or Japanese traditional sweets? You are absolutely right! However, there is one more thing that makes your …