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White Day in Japan is like a sequel to Valentine’s Day, but with its own rules, history, and sweets. Celebrated every year on March 14, it is the day when people who received gifts on February 14 give something back, most often men returning chocolate and presents to women who spoiled them a month before.

Located in the heart of Tokyo, Aoyama is a neighborhood that blends luxury shopping, stunning architecture, and peaceful green spaces into one stylish package. It sits between the bustling districts of Shibuya, Roppongi, and Shinjuku, offering a more refined vibe with tree-lined streets and high-end boutiques. Aoyama feels like the sophisticated side of Tokyo, where...

Hiroshima oyster shio ramen is a regional ramen style that combines a light salt-based broth with oysters harvested from the Seto Inland Sea. It’s one of Japan’s leading oyster producers, which makes oysters a familiar and trusted ingredient in local cuisine. When paired together, oysters and shio ramen create a bowl that feels balanced, regional,...

Chocolate is usually associated with sweets and desserts. In Japan, however, seasonal food experiments are common, especially during winter.

Within the heart of Tokyo, Japan’s largest metropolitan area, lies the Chuo district, a bustling downtown area that draws countless tourists every year. Within Chuo itself is Nihonbashi, a smaller section of Tokyo, most famous for its namesake landmark: the Nihonbashi Bridge.

Last month’s TokyoTreat box, Snackin’ Wonderland, was curated to bring the magic of Japan’s winter season and holiday celebrations straight to your doorstep. Inspired by sparkling lights, cozy moments, and end-of-year festivities, the December box transformed snack time into a cheerful winter wonderland. From comforting savory favorites to sweet, festive treats, each snack was carefully...