The Japan Media

Experience the unique harmony of dashi and fermented foods at the U.S.’s first dedicated dashi shop, DASHI OKUME, which opened in Brooklyn on September 16, 2022. As the first overseas location for Okume, a Japanese dashi company founded …

Tea holds a significant place in Japanese culture, deeply embedded in its traditions and daily life. The practice of making and consuming tea has evolved over the centuries, yet it remains a vital part of Japanese society. Japanese tea c…

Nestled within the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, Hinohara Village (檜原村) stands as the capital’s only remaining village, offering a peaceful retreat into nature. Located in the westernmost part of Tokyo, Hinohara is a hidden gem where …

In Japanese culture, one word captures the essence of interior design: peaceful. Rooted in thousands of years of tradition, Japanese interior design creates an atmosphere of calm and balance, blending cultural heritage with a serene aest…

Experience the unique harmony of dashi and fermented foods at the U.S.’s first dedicated dashi shop, DASHI OKUME, which opened in Brooklyn on September 16, 2022. As the first overseas location for Okume, a Japanese dashi company founded …

⑥Meiji Era Nara In Nara, a city rich in history and culture, the Meiji era marks a period of modernization that subtly blends with its ancient heritage. Although Nara is best known for its classical Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines fr…