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Keeping Warm in Winter the Japanese Way

Keeping Warm in Winter the Japanese Way

Posted by Yukiko Kisaki on 18th Jan 2023

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
Japanese Traditions and New Year Wishes

Japanese Traditions and New Year Wishes

Posted by Yoshi Kai on 13th Dec 2022

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
Kumquat Preserve with Kudzu Syrup Recipe

Kumquat Preserve with Kudzu Syrup Recipe

Posted by Yoshi Kai on 8th Feb 2020

I'm fond of seasonal foods. They are fresher, tastier, and more nutritious than food consumed out of season. It's early February and the kumquats grown in my hometown of Miyazaki are in high s … read more
Celebrating Youth Entering Adulthood in Japan

Celebrating Youth Entering Adulthood in Japan

Posted by Yoshi Kai on 11th Jan 2020

If you are in Japan on the second Monday of January, you’ll see many young people out and about for the Coming of Age Day—the day for celebrating the youth entering adulthood, and encouraging them … read more
Reflections and Hopes

Reflections and Hopes

Posted by Yoshi Kai on 18th Dec 2018

Winter solstice will be upon us soon. Days will begin to get longer, and the promise of new beginnings is in the air.As we put 2017 behind us, just as we do every year, we want to say thanks to our … read more