Tokyo's Starry Ramen
With 446 restaurants listed in the Michelin Guide, the Japanese capital confirms its status as an essential gastronomic destination. Follow Bibendum to discover decorated ramen! Preamble: a little…
Valentine's Day in Japan
In Japan, Valentine's Day (バレンタインデー, barentaindē) is highly codified. Different types of chocolates are given (or exchanged) on Valentine's Day, depending on the sender's gender, the recipient's social status, and…
Broken dark chocolate
Valentin, Chocolates & Co.
Valentine's Day is approaching, along with its array of flowers and other sweet treats. This holiday, admittedly very commercial, holds considerable appeal for chocolate lovers. In…
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[Practical Japan] Where to pick delicious Japanese strawberries near Tokyo?
With nearly 160,000 tons produced annually and 148 registered varieties, strawberries are a hit in Japan! And it's easy to see why: they're delicious. So why not…
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[Practical Japan] 5 places to enjoy the plum blossom festival
Plum trees herald the arrival of spring in the Japanese archipelago. Thus, every year, from the end of January until the end of March, one can observe the plum blossoms (ume, 梅)...
The Diamond Fuji, the meeting of Japan's emblems
No, Diamond Fuji isn't a precious stone... but it's a true natural gem! Mount Fuji (富士山, Fujisan), this majestic mountain that rises to 3,776 meters, is truly breathtaking…
2021 review of the archipelago
2021 was an eventful year. A look back at the major events that marked the year! The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games: Japan particularly distinguished itself, finishing in…
5 gift ideas for Christmas
Stuck for gift ideas to fill your stocking? We've put together a small selection to delight fans of the Land of the Rising Sun! The practical gift: the…
5 sentō (銭湯) to relax in Tokyo
Winter is fast approaching and the temperatures are dropping. Since it's the season for hot baths, why not try a sentō (銭湯) experience? What exactly is a sentō (銭湯)?…
Izakaya (居酒屋), instructions for use
In Japan, people regularly eat out, mainly for practical, professional, and/or social reasons. One of the most typical options? Izakaya (居酒屋), whose three kanji characters mean "to stay" or "to eat."