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Welcoming 2024 and a Humble Reflection

Welcoming 2024 and a Humble Reflection

Posted by Hanako Mori on 27th Dec 2023

As we bid farewell to 2023, we at WAWAZA sincerely reflect on a year filled with both trials and growth and look hopefully to 2024, filled with gratitude for our esteemed customers.Turning the Page … read more
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