Muneshige Tachibana was a renowned samurai who lived and thrived during Japan’s Sengoku period. Known for his undefeated record in battle, he was called “The Invincible Warrior of the West” due to his numerous exploits in western Japan.
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Have you heard of the term “solo-katsu”? There are an increasing number of people who enjoy spending time alone in various activities……
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Governor Hirai promotes the Pears delicious taste in LA.
Tottori’s Famous “Nijisseiki Asian Pears” Now Available in California’s Tokyo Central Stores!
Good for Your Health, Better for the Planet The pursuit of “good taste and health” is deeply rooted in Japanese food culture. Buri and Hamachi are juicy, rich in umami flavor, and packed with healthy nutrients.In today’s world, seafood must not only be healthy for the body but also harvested in a way that supports the global environment. Buri and Hamachi are raised in sustainable environments in Japan, renowned for its rich seafood culture. These fish are healthy, sustainable, and irresistibly flavorful, making them a perfect choice for both your diet and the planet. Japan’s Unique Oceanic Delight Buri is…
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Los Angeles – On February 1, JFOODO (The Japan Food Product Overseas Promotion Center) made its debut at “Dodgers Fan Fest 2025” held at Dodger Stadium, distributing Japanese snacks to enthusiastic attendees.
View More Distributing Japanese Snacks at “Dodgers Fan Fest 2025” to a Crowd of 27,000
Governor Hirai promotes the Pears delicious taste in LA.
Tottori’s Famous “Nijisseiki Asian Pears” Now Available in California’s Tokyo Central Stores!
In Los Angeles, ramen shops continue to open at a rapid pace this year, with most of them being Japanese-style ramen restaurants. The presence of Japanese ramen culture has truly taken root in America, with more and more people embracing it. Although ramen originated in China, it evolved uniquely after arriving in Japan and has become a beloved dish worldwide.Ramen originally began as a noodle dish in China, but it underwent a transformation when it arrived in Japan. Over time, ramen diversified within Japan, and today, it holds global appeal. The popularity of ramen is spreading rapidly, particularly across the…
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Muneshige Tachibana was a renowned samurai who lived and thrived during Japan’s Sengoku period. Known for his undefeated record in battle, he was called “The Invincible Warrior of the West” due to his numerous exploits in western Japan.
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Japanese New Year Decorations and Their Origins In Japan, New Year’s Day (January 1st) is the most important holiday of the year. Similar to Thanksgiving in the United States, families gather to celebrate the start of a new year. As part of these celebrations, special seasonal decorations are prepared. These include shimenawa (sacred ropes made of braided straw), kadomatsu (decorations made of pine and bamboo), and kagami mochi (decorative rice cakes). Each of these has a significant meaning and role, but in this article, we will focus on shimenawa. In Japan, many people follow Shinto (one of Japan’s two main…
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Muneshige Tachibana was a renowned samurai who lived and thrived during Japan’s Sengoku period. Known for his undefeated record in battle, he was called “The Invincible Warrior of the West” due to his numerous exploits in western Japan.
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Perfect Restaurant Choices for Holiday Season Family/Friends Meet-up There are only a few days left in 2024… The holiday season is already here! After the upcoming Christmas celebrations, the New Year 2025 will be here before you know it. We assume that a lot of JapanUp! readers are planning to get together with friends and family at the end of the year. However, when you actually decide on a place, you may find that all the places are booked up and you can’t get in. It happens all the time. To avoid such a situation, let’s get the information early!For…
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Red and green Christmas colors are pretty gorgeous ❤️💚
Salmon and salmon roe goes perfect together. Piped out mashed potato and grape tomatoes make it look just like Strawberry shortcake. You must try out this simple Sushi cake 🎂