【Reservation Required】Celebrate Your 2026 Coming of Age in Traditional Japanese Style!

Celebrate a major life milestone with the beauty of Japanese tradition. At this special event, professional kimono dressers and hair stylists will provide Furisode (long-sleeved kimono) and Hakama dressing services along with hair styling.

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Shochu 101: From Classic Sips to Modern Cocktails

What is Shochu? Shochu is a spirit that features a variety of traditional ingredients drawn from Japan’s long history, offering a wide range of appealing aromas and flavors. There are two main types of Shochu: authentic Honkaku Shochu (single-distilled) and the more neutral-tasting Korui Shochu (multiple-distilled). Honkaku Shochu is crafted from a diverse array of raw, flavorful ingredients. Its alcohol by volume (ABV) typically ranges from 20% to 30%, which is lower than that of many other spirits worldwide. However, the aromas produced by different ingredients and distillation methods give Honkaku Shochu a truly memorable character. Let’s explore some of…

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YUZU – Japan’s Citrus Star Taking Over Global Cuisine

Yuzu is a small, highly aromatic citrus fruit native to East Asia, and it has been treasured in Japan for centuries. In modern times, it remains deeply rooted in Japan’s food culture and traditional customs. The fruit is roughly the size of a small grapefruit, with a rough, bumpy skin. As it ripens, its skin turns a vibrant yellow, releasing a powerful fragrance that can fill an entire room with just a single piece. The flavor of yuzu is uniquely complex, blending the sharp acidity of lemon, the gentle sweetness of mandarin orange, and a slight bitterness reminiscent of grapefruit.…

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Japanese Wagyu Served at Dodgers Game as Interest in Japanese Culture Grows Thanks to Star Players

On May 30, Dodger Stadium hosted a highly anticipated matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. Adding to the excitement, Japan Taste Marketing Inc. set up a booth at the venue, offering tastings of premium Japanese Wagyu beef, sourced directly from ZEN-NOH (JA Group Japan). For about two hours before the game started, Japanese Wagyu was served to approximately 1,000 attendees.

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