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A woman receiving chocolate for Valentine's Day.

Valentine’s Day Candy in Japan: A Brief History!

About 70 years ago, Japanese sweet companies had the idea of increasing sales by selling “Valentine’s Day candy.”

January 16, 2024
Food & Drink
A plate of layered strawberry shortcake.

The Classic Strawberry Shortcake: Why is it Popular in Japan? 

The classic strawberry shortcake is a beloved dessert worldwide. Japan is particularly fond of this classic dessert!

January 16, 2024
Food & Drink
Meiji chocolate hearts, including one lone red heart in the middle.

Meiji Chocolate and More: A History in Japan

Explore the rich history of chocolate in Japan through iconic brands like Meiji, Morinaga, Royce, Glico, and even Lindt!

January 11, 2024
Food & Drink
A bowl of toshikoshi soba.

Soba for the New Year: Toshikoshi Soba!

One of Japan’s tastiest New Year’s traditions is known as toshikoshi soba, a unique bowl of noodles that countless people across Japan love!

January 05, 2024
Food & Drink
Kagami mochi surrounded by New Year's decorations.

Kagami Mochi: The Best Traditional Treat for the New Year!

Japan has a significant New Year tradition: kagami mochi. It’s a traditional food symbolizing the passage of each year, family, and good luck.

December 28, 2023
Food & Drink
A peach on a tree in Yamanashi.

Yamanashi Fruits: The Best Ones Near Mt. Fuji!

Yamanashi Prefecture is the rockstar of fruit towns because it grows some seriously amazing fruits that people love! With these yummy fruits, nature puts on a show with Mount Fuji as the stage!

December 28, 2023