The Japan Media

From March to May, as temperatures begin to rise and spring takes hold, Japan’s seafood markets are filled with seasonal fish known for their freshness and flavor. Each variety of fish has unique characteristics and ideal cooking methods…

In Japan, the New Year is a time of joy, renewal, and heartfelt wishes for the months ahead. The phrase “あけましておめでとうございます” (Akemashite omedetou gozaimasu) is used to greet friends, family, and colleagues, meaning “Happy New…

Golden Week is one of Japan’s most anticipated holiday seasons, a string of national holidays that usually spans from late April to early May. It’s a time when many Japanese take extended vacations, travel across the country, visit famil…

Christmas is a season of giving, and what better way to present your gifts than with a touch of Japanese tradition? Furoshiki, the versatile and eco-friendly Japanese wrapping cloth, not only adds elegance to your gift but also promotes …

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…