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Sakura Flavors at Home

Sakura are the famous Japanese cherry blossoms that bloom each spring — the Pacific Northwest and Seattle...

Sapporo Fair 2026

Join us for a delicious journey to Japan without ever leaving the Pacific Northwest! From June...

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Summer Starts at Uwajimaya

Japanese summer has a feeling to it. It’s the sound of fireworks in the distance, cold noodles on...

What is Donburi?

Literally translating to “bowl”, donburi is commonly understood as a Japanese rice bowl dish.

Limited-Time Collaboration: Uwajimaya x Pagliacci

Rooted in a shared love of food and community, our collaboration with Pagliacci Pizza brings Uwajimaya-inspired flavors...

Natto 101

Natto is a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans, known for its sticky texture, deep umami,...

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Making a Traditional Japanese Breakfast at Home

It typically consists of soup, rice, a main dish, and a few small sides — following the...

Lunar New Year: Year of the Fire Horse

Across the world and for thousands of years, cultures have used the cosmos to mark time. Today,...

Winter Wagashi & Holiday Sweets

Around the world, wherever winters are cold and dark, traditions—both old and new—have emerged to make the...

What is Otoshi?

In Japan, izakayas are a common establishment that have existed, depending on your definition, for hundreds of...

Celebrate Sapporo & Toyama Fair at Uwajimaya Beaverton

Taste the flavors of Sapporo and Toyama, Japan! Celebrate with us at Uwajimaya Beaverton from November 12–25,...

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