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Discover five unique traditional Japanese wedding customs, from marriage certificates to symbolic yomeiri-dogu, and more.
Finding An Hour's Peace in Roppongi with Japanese Sake
Join us for a sake experience at Hasegawa Eiga, where flavors are paired with historical context and exclusive sake cups.
Do You Really Know Japanese Wagyu Beef?
Explore the unique flavors, meticulous rearing, and rich history of wagyu, or Japanese beef, which includes Kobe Beef.
MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Deep Dive into the Tea Master's Philosophy
Explore the philosophy behind the practice of chado, or the Japanese tea ceremony, with expert Kitajima Ritsuko.
On Tango-no-Sekku, We Celebrate the Health of Our Growing Boys!
We celebrate Boy's Day on the same day as Children's Day, with fun activities like flying koinobori and eating sweets.
Learn how to care for your matcha whisk, known as "chasen" in Japanese. Chasen are essential tools for making matcha.
The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?
Discover the unique meals of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Japan's iconic Edo period leader and inspiration for Shogun’s Toranaga.