Japanese History
Shogi: Japan’s Timeless Game of Strategy and Culture
Japanese Sweets
Japanese Cuisine What Is Zunda? Exploring Japan’s Sweet Green Soybean Paste
Discover zunda, Japan’s vibrant green soybean paste from Tohoku. Learn its origins, nutritional benefits, traditional sweets like zunda mochi, and modern zunda desserts you can try in Japan.
Japanese Cuisine Tokoroten: Japan’s Ancient Jelly That’s Not Quite What It Seems
Discover Tokoroten, Japan’s ancient seaweed-based jelly. Explore its unique texture, cultural history, health benefits, and how it differs from kanten, kuzukiri, and Western jelly.
Japanese Cuisine Kashiwa Mochi: The Sweet Taste of Spring and Tradition in Japan
Discover the meaning behind Kashiwa Mochi, Japan’s springtime sweet wrapped in oak leaves. Explore its cultural symbolism, seasonal connection, and role in Children’s Day celebrations.
Japanese Culture Kohaku Manju: The Meaning, History, and Celebrations Behind This Traditional Japanese Sweet
Explore the rich meaning, history, and celebrations associated with kohaku manju—Japan’s red and white sweet symbolizing happiness, purity, and good fortune.
Japanese History Kibi Dango: A Delicious Japanese Sweet with Legendary Roots
Discover the cultural history and folklore behind kibi dango, a traditional Japanese sweet tied to the legendary hero Momotaro and the heritage of Okayama.
Japanese History The Meaning Behind the Colors and Order of Sanshoku Dango: A Sweet Symbol of Spring
Discover the cultural meanings behind the pink, white, and green colors of sanshoku dango and how this sweet came to symbolize spring in Japan.