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Japanese Tea Ceremony

The Japanese tea ceremony, also known as chanoyu or chado, is an intimate way to not just...

Japanese Comfort Foods for Cold Weather

Japan is home to some of the most comforting of comfort foods. With many of its regions...

Celebrating Obon 

Celebrated for over a thousand years, Obon is a Japanese Buddhist tradition observed every summer. Historically tied...

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Tanabata Star Festival: History, Traditions and Festive Foods to Try  

Held on either July 7 or August 7, depending on whether the solar or lunar calendar is...

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A Guide to Japanese Flavors

In Japanese cooking, so much of the cuisine is based on layering different flavors to create complexity...

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How to Make Onigiri

Onigiri dates back to the Yayoi period at least 2,000 years ago in Japan. Archaeologists have even...

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Game Day, the Uwajimaya Way!

This year, level up your Game Day spread with four Asian-inspired recipes.

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How to Cook Tofu

Tofu has been around for roughly 2,000 years, and it’s easy to see why. It’s versatile, high...

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All About Different Types of Ramen

Ramen, a Japanese noodle soup perfect for the time of year when the weather gets chilly, is...

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Sake Cocktails

Sake is Japan’s traditional fermented drink. Although often called rice wine, its brewing process is more similar...

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What is Mochi

If you’re familiar with Japanese confections, you’re almost definitely familiar with mochi — it’s made from glutinous...

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Miso Image | Uwajimaya

The History of Miso & How to Make Miso Soup at Home

Like so many foods that are quintessentially Japanese, miso was introduced to Japan from China over 1000...

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