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I live in a traditional Japanese wooden house in Miyazaki with modest insulation. It doesn’t snow much here, though winters are relatively cold, and nighttime temperatures can dip below freezing.& … read more

In Japan, traditions are in full display as the year ends the new year begins. It is the time of the year to clean the house thoroughly, pay debts, visit relatives and friends, and exchange gi … read more

Kinpira is a "sauté and simmer" Japanese traditional cooking style, used to prepare a quick side dish. Common base ingredients are crunchy root vegetables such as carrots, burdock roots, … read more

You can swap your morning coffee with a refreshing cup of umami-rich matcha latte. It's easy to prepare this homemade matcha latte recipe, and no special tools are required. Matcha … read more

Shiso is an aromatic member of the mint family of herbs. With a vibrant, reddish-purple color and a refreshing taste, red shiso juice is an easy-to-prepare Japanese summer drink made from whole- … read more