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13 Delicious Japanese Foods That Aren’t Sushi

June 22, 2024 by Japan Daily 2 Comments

Japan is a unique holiday destination with its beautiful natural landscapes and strong cultural identity. You can also enjoy some of the most delicious cuisines on this East Asian island. Japan is a country full of binaries. It’s unique and captivating. It is a country that combines the modern and traditional, with beautiful natural landscapes and buzzing cities. Its food is … [Read more...] about 13 Delicious Japanese Foods That Aren’t Sushi

8 Best Japanese Plants For Your Home Garden

June 20, 2024 by Japan Daily 1 Comment

What’s a Japanese Garden? The Japanese Garden is a symbol of harmony that combines natural forces. It is designed to bring peace into a minimalistic setting while keeping in mind the traditional aesthetics of Japanese culture. Five elements make up a Japanese garden: water, which stands for tranquility and renewal; stones-which represent the omnipresence and beauty of … [Read more...] about 8 Best Japanese Plants For Your Home Garden

10 Best Tokyo Rooftop Bars And Restaurants

June 20, 2024 by Japan Daily 1 Comment

Head to the top rooftop bars and eateries Tokyo offers for cool drinks and stunning views. As the weather gets warmer, Tokyoites head to the outdoors to enjoy many of the most exciting ways to spend time in the city. These include strolling through Tokyo’s gorgeous parks, admiring a Japanese landscape, spotting public artworks, and dining on top of these breathtaking rooftop … [Read more...] about 10 Best Tokyo Rooftop Bars And Restaurants

Pepsi Flavors You Can Only Buy In Japan

June 19, 2024 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

As the world becomes more connected, finding products that are unique to specific countries can be tough. But in Japan, you can still find foods and drinks that are special to the country. For food, while different types of sushi are popular, the real standout is Japan's unique Kit Kat flavors.For drinks, while sake is well-known, there’s also a strange competitor to … [Read more...] about Pepsi Flavors You Can Only Buy In Japan

Yana: Fishing with Your Hands

June 8, 2024 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

Ayu, sometimes translated as “sweetfish” is a small freshwater fish that is prized for it’s sweet and savory flesh. In the summer months it is so highly sought after that regional festivals and traditions have developed around it. In fact Ayu is the official fish for two different prefectures. Ayu can only live in exceptionally clean rivers and streams, and as a result it … [Read more...] about Yana: Fishing with Your Hands

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