sweets
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Traditional desserts that are very popular among the Japanese
Japanese desserts are probably a bit different from what you are used to, but there are some really great ones out there. Here are our 5 favorite Japanese desserts and their recipes!
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Shimanami Kaido Best Bicycle Road | Travel Guide
The Shimanami Kaido is a must-do for nature and cycling lovers who travel to Japan. Let us give you an overview of a 3 day/2 night route of this beautiful bicycle tour!
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Family Friendly Activities in Kyoto
Are you coming to Kyoto with kids between 6 and 16 years old? See which 9 family-friendly activities you can add to your Kyoto trip to add some fun for the whole family to the itinerary!
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Omiyage | The Chic Tradition of Japanese Souvenirs
Omiyage are tasty locals souvenirs from Japan that were first used to thank trip financers for their contributions in the Edo period and then helped straying spouses stay on the straight and narrow. Find out how this worked!
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A Spectacular Japanese Festival at the end of the year
Learn more about Japan’s traditions surrounding the end of the year, and find out how to have a good NYE in Tokyo!
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Beautiful Flowers of Japanese Spring
The most popular season to travel to Japan is spring as this season is spectacular in many ways.
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Depachika Food Shopping offers a wide selection of Fine Cuisine
What makes for a perfect depachika-bought meal? What should you think about when you go to a depachika to get the best experience? And what is up with those perfect pieces of fruit in Japan?
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Tea Ceremony Characterized by Beautiful Gestures and Delicate Taste
The Japanese tea ceremony is called Chanoyu, Sado, or simply Ocha. It is a choreographed ritual of preparation and the serving of a type of Japanese green tea called matcha, along with traditional sweets to balance the bitter taste of the tea.
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Fun Festivals in Japan (Matsuri) Regardless of the Season
Throughout the year there are many lively festivals, or matsuri, that are held throughout Japan. Which festivals are considered the most major ones?
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Harajuku, Tokyo | The city that leads Japanese fashion and great art
Harajuku is home to some of the city’s best art galleries, museums, and design book stores, but let’s start with the area’s most famous highlight, Takeshita Street.
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Nakamise Shopping Street, Tokyo | Beautiful street with a lot of history and bustling with people
The long Nakamise shopping street in front of the Sensoji temple in Asakusa is a popular area for souvenir shopping and food tours. What is the history of this popular street?
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Tapioca & Crepes in Harajuku | A town full of cute
Harajuku doesn’t just offer fashion, but it’s also the place to go to satisfy your sweet cravings. You can find all kinds of delicious desserts that are loaded with all the kawaii energy of the area.
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Wagashi Sweets | Beautiful and delicate taste
Wagashi are Japanese sweets that look more like a piece of art than something to eat. Wagashi have a very long history that goes back more than 2000 years.
