Dec 29, 20222 minNew Year Celebrations in JapanNew Year Day is an important day. The Japanese New Year celebration is called Shogatsu, and New Year’s Day is called Gantan.
Dec 15, 20222 minBenefits of Gobo TeaOriginally brought to Japan from China, Burdock root (known as Gobo in Japan) has since been integrated into different products which...
Sep 2, 20222 minJapanese Dining EtiquettePlanning your next trip to Japan? Here’s some basic dining etiquette/social norms to take note of.
Jun 17, 20221 minWhat is Kaminabe Zen? During the winter season in Japan, hot pots are one of the popular choices as everyone gather at the dining table to enjoy the cooked...
Apr 26, 20222 minWhat is Miso?A traditional fermented soybean paste commonly used in Japanese cooking and soups, miso offers the unique umami taste which can’t be...
Mar 1, 20221 minWhat is Gobo?Otherwise known as Burdock root, Gobo is a popular root vegetable that is used in Japanese cooking. The rough skin is usually covered in...
Dec 31, 20212 minWhat is Teishoku and why it is one of the most underrated Japanese cuisine?When it comes to Japanese cuisine, 3 types of food come to mind : sushi, ramen and donburi. However, Teishoku is also another staple food...