Category: Culture

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The word ‘izakaya’ made its way into the English language in 1987. It’s a compound word made up of “i” (meaning ‘to stay’) and “sakaya” (meaning ‘sake

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KINTSUGI – Breaking It to Make It

KINTSUGI Breaking It to Make It Have you ever heard of kintsugi? It’s the ancient Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with golden lacquer – and trust us, it’s way…

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Celebrate Spring in the Japanese Way

Celebrate Spring in the Japanese Way Fresh Food and Fun Traditions! With spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to dive into one of Japan’s most beautiful and flavourful…

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いらっしゃいませ!Irashaimase!

Heard “Irashaimase!” at a Japanese restaurant? That warm welcome is just the beginning. Let’s see what makes dining in Japan so special! “Irashaimase” (いらっしゃいませ) is a traditional Japanese greeting used…

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