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Enjoy tea ceremony preparation, tea kaiseki, and Japanese concept cocktails at [Sokkon] in Omotesando, Tokyo
Sokkon, a creative Japanese restaurant where guests can experience the tea ceremony, offers a casual way to engage with tea culture. In a calm and elegant tea room, guests can enjoy delicious Japanese sweets and tea. They can also savor tea kaiseki and sake. Why not fully experience traditional Japanese culture in Aoyama, Tokyo's trendsetting district?
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Top 5 Tokyo Restaurants Where You Can Experience Food and Traditional Culture
When visiting Tokyo, one naturally seeks to experience not only the gourmet delights but also the traditional culture of Japan. There are restaurants where one can enjoy both at once. These include a 'Yakatabune' that continues the elegant Edo-period boat rides, a Sushi restaurant where guests can enjoy Matcha in a tea room, and Japanese restaurants and Izakayas themed around Sumo and Shogi, making for memorable additions to any traveler's journey. Five such establishments have been selected.
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Recommended after sightseeing in Miyagi! A restaurant where one can fully enjoy Japan's popular food culture
Japan's food culture is flexible and diverse, incorporating various cuisines such as Japanese, Western, Chinese, and ethnic foods. The charm of Japanese cuisine is encapsulated in the beloved and ever-evolving "izakaya." After enjoying sightseeing in Miyagi, why not casually enjoy delicious drinks and a variety of dishes at an izakaya? This time, five recommended restaurants in the Sendai and Osaki area will be introduced.
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Embark on a trip where one can stay at Nara's oldest soy sauce brewery, where on can feel the origins of Japanese food culture
The Tawaramoto area has an especially old history, even among Nara towns. This land, which expands at the foot of Mt. Miwa, in which the gods sit, contains the lives of people who value its myths and nature. Maruto Shoyu soy sauce, which is loved by the people of this area, is the oldest soy sauce brewery in Nara, with a history of over 300 years since its founding. After a 70 year gap since it last closed, in 2020 it reopened as a soy sauce brewery that guests can stay at. This is not just a brewery that makes soy sauce. It is a place where one can experience Japanese food culture. Here, guests can enjoy cuisine that uses handmade, mellow soy sauce, and sleep in a room that is renovated from the past soy sauce storehouse. Read all about it here.
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Enjoy a special experience at shrines and temples which have been registered as World Heritage Sites and National Treasures
THE LEGENDARY JAPAN Project lets you experience Japan's unique culture and enjoy cuisine by a top chef in a special space.THE LEGENDARY JAPAN Project lets one rent special spaces for small groups in Japanese shrines and temples, which are registered as World Heritage Sites and National Treasures. These spaces normally do not allow visitors to enter. In these spaces, one can directly experience the unique culture of Japan and even enjoy cuisine prepared by a top chef. The contents of this premium tour grant visitors a special experience in places that even Japanese people cannot normally enter or experience, based on the themes of food and culture.
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Experience the Summer Traditions of Kyoto! How to Enjoy the Enchanting Kamo River Noryo-Yuka
Kyoto has many summer traditions, but the one that shines brightest is the Kamo River noryo-yuka. These are tatami-matted terraces that hang over the idyllic banks of the Kamo River, which winds through Kyoto City, allowing one to indulge in a meal while relishing the cool breeze. This comprehensive article will guide you through the history, etiquette, and ways to enjoy the Kamo River noryo-yuka, equipping you with all the knowledge you’ll need to join in on this quintessential Kyoto summer experience!
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Savor Unagi Eels on the Midsummer Day of the Ox!
In addition to sushi and tempura, unagi (freshwater eel) stands out as one of Japan's most beloved culinary delights. Visitors might not know that there are specific days in Japan when consuming eel is considered auspicious. This article will explore some distinctive Japanese eel dishes and customs.
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Experience a unique high-color walk-and-eat while touring attractions in Kuwana, Mie
Kuwana City in Mie Prefecture flourished in ancient times as an important hub on the Tokaido Highway. Rich in water and greenery, the city is popular for its famous "hamaguri" (clams) and Nagashima Resort, one of the best theme parks in Japan. This time, we participated in the Kuwana High Color Tourism Digital Coupon Campaign in January 2023, touring Kuwana's representative tourist attractions and enjoying newly developed sweets with a high color consciousness.
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An Introduction to Formal Japanese Restaurant Etiquette
If you're interested in Japan’s legendary food culture, chances are you'll find yourself at some more formal restaurants during your time in Japan. Whether trying kaiseki cuisine (traditional Japanese course cuisine), dining at higher-end sushi restaurants, or experiencing a traditional tea ceremony, most visitors to Japan quickly become aware that the way food is served and eaten in Japan can be quite unique.Even in our home countries, formal dining can feel intimidating. In this article, we'll aim to put your mind at rest with some tips and tricks for fine dining in Japan. We'll also introduce a selection of restaurants where you can put your research into Japanese etiquette into practice!
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Top Japanese Summer Foods to Beat the Heat!
In Japan, you'll find staple foods like cold noodles and desserts that are easy to eat even when you don't have an appetite because of the summer heat. The temperature in city centers like Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya are fairly high as well, and year by year the days it reaches 35°C are more and more frequent. This article will introduce you to Japanese staples like cold noodles and desserts that are easy to eat even when you don't have an appetite because of the summer heat. Apart from being sold at restaurants, some of these can also be easily purchased at the supermarket or a convenience store, so have a look and try some while you're here during the summer!
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Tokyo Area
Japan's largest city, Tokyo, is the center of culinary culture in Japan. Countless Tokyo restaurants serve every kind of food imaginable and the Toyosu fish market keeps restaurants stocked with the nation's finest fish.
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Near Tokyo
Coastal areas, mountains and valleys surrounding Tokyo are bursting with tourist destinations, such as hot springs and ski slopes, where many unique foods are only available locally.
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Kyoto and Osaka Area
The cities of Kyoto and Osaka, together with their surrounding areas, have greatly influenced Japan's culinary culture since the 7th Century. The region is renowned for its entertainment, Kobe beef, and wide-ranging traditional dishes.
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Hokkaido Area
The island of Hokkaido is home to wide-ranging produce of the finest quality, such as rice, meat, vegetables, fish and fruit. Popular dishes from Hokkaido include robatayaki (food slowly roasted on skewers) and Sapporo miso ramen.
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Northern Honshu (Tohoku)
The northern end of Japan's main island, Honshu, is renowned for its seasonal fruit and vegetables, nation-leading harvest of fish (especially tuna from Ohma), and delicious beef from Yonezawa, Sendai and Yamagata.
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Central Honshu (Chubu)
Chubu is in the center of Japan's main island, Honshu, and its culinary culture reflects its position between Japan's western and eastern halves. Delicious Hida beef, world-famous Mount Fuji and many acclaimed sake breweries are in Chubu.
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Western Honshu (Chugoku)
Chugoku, on the southwest of Japan's main island, is rich with diverse produce. Many of its products are praised as Japan's best, including Matsuba crabs from Tottori and oysters from Hiroshima. Its pears and muscats are also top grade.
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Shikoku
The mild climate of Shikoku is ideal for growing citrus fruit such as sudachi. Shikoku is also famous for Sanuki udon noodles, huge yields of tiger prawn from Ehime Prefecture and the best torafugu (tiger globefish) in the country.
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Western culture was first introduced to Japan through Kyushu, Japan's third largest island, where the influence of Portuguese and other western cuisine influenced the creation of a colorful culinary tradition.
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Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture, is a treasure trove of distinctive dishes and drinks that have become popular throughout Japan, including Okinawa soba, unique sushi toppings and Awamori distilled liquor.