Wait, snacks change with the seasons? Yup — in Japan, even potato chips, KitKats, and candies come in seasonal versions. When spring arrives, everything turns…
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Japanese Gum Bottles Have Paper Inside – Thoughtful Product Design
The Curious Paper Inside Japanese Gum Bottles If you’ve ever opened a bottle of Japanese chewing gum—like Lotte XYLITOL or Clorets—you may have noticed a…
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How to Enjoy Japan’s Traditional Dagashi Shops
When you think of Japanese snacks, you might picture Pocky or colorful convenience-store candies. But tucked away in backstreets is a nostalgic world called the…
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Japan Stamp Rally: Collecting Unique Stamps While You Travel
When traveling around Japan, you may notice small stamp stations at train stations, temples, or museums. These are part of a unique Japanese tradition called…
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“Things to Do in Yokohama: Fly Over Minato Mirai by Ropeway
Yokohama is one of Japan’s most vibrant port cities, only about 30 minutes from Tokyo. Among its many attractions, the Yokohama Air Cabin stands out…
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What is Oden in One Piece? The Real Japanese Dish Explained
If you’re a fan of One Piece, you’ve probably heard of Kozuki Oden, the legendary samurai from Wano Country. But did you know that “oden”…
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Unique Japanese Fireworks: Senko Hanabi You’ve Never Seen
All over the world, fireworks usually mean loud bursts of color lighting up the night sky.But Japan has a quieter, more delicate version that often…
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Top 10 Japanese Cup Noodles You Must Try
When you think of Japanese food, sushi, ramen, and tempura may come to mind. But there is another side of Japanese cuisine that is just…
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Why Did I Get Food I Didn’t Order in Japan? Izakaya ‘Otoshi’ Explained
Have you ever visited a Japanese izakaya (casual pub) and suddenly received a small dish you didn’t order—yet it appeared on your bill?Many travelers get…
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Why “Mansion” in Japan Doesn’t Mean What You Think
When you hear the word “mansion”, you might imagine a huge luxury house with a swimming pool and a big garden. In English, that’s exactly…
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