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Who doesn't like a tasty cup noodle? How can you not? If you want a quick, yummy lunch or snack simply add some hot water and tada! Your ramen is ready. Japan is famous for being one of the best places to buy cup ramen, with many tourists buying it as a souvenir. They have...

Have you heard or seen the word Hanami? Hanami (花見, "flower viewing") is the Japanese traditional custom of enjoying the transient beauty of flowers; the flowers ("hana") are in this case almost always referring to cherry blossom, better known as sakura trees. From the end of March to early May, cherry trees bloom all over...

Do you know that kawaii food or Japanese food art is really popular right now? Japanese food with creative and unique looks make the food tastier and prettier (also, totally instagramable!). If you're looking for kawaii and instagram-worthy food that can trigger your hunger, read on to find out which Japanese food art Instagram account...

Starbucks Japan has all the crazy frappucino flavors you could ever crave. From sweet potato to pistachio, pear, and more! 2019 certainly has not disappointed either. Our favorites this year include the Sakuraful Milk Frappucino and the Classic Tiramisu Frappucino! We thought we had found a great Frappucino flavor with those two beverages, but then...

When you think of things that Japan is known for you may think of anime or sushi, but one high quality product you shouldn’t forget is tea! Japanese people really put a lot of value on tea, as we all know there are aspects to drinking tea in tea ceremonies that are a part of...

How much do you know about food culture in Japan? The presentation of Japanese desserts is very important; even the cakes in cheap supermarkets and convenience stores look amazing! Have you ever seen cute animal shaped desserts? What about anime characters? Here in Japan, especially in Tokyo, there is so much selection you can find...