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Shiga Prefecture, located in the heart of Japan, has the distinct honour of being home to the largest lake in Japan. Lake Biwa, which covers 670 square kilometers (about one-sixth of the entire prefec...
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To the people of Shiga Prefecture, Lake Biwa is known as the Mother Lake. The enormous lake—which spans 670.4 square kilometres—provides locals with a profusion of fish, but its fresh, clear water als...
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While Lake Biwa is the main draw for visitors to Shiga Prefecture, there is plenty more to see and do. >>Read more about Shiga historical places...
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Onigiri, or rice balls, is a popular comfort food in Japan. Cooking instructor Sonia Phua from ABC Cooking School explains how to make a traditional triangle-shaped onigiri. “Onigiri, or rice b...
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Parfaits are eaten all over Japan and are very popular for their decadent toppings and elaborate designs. But this iconic frozen dessert is growing in popularity across Japan thanks to a cool new tren...
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Rice is an essential part of every meal in Japan. One company is at the forefront of growing its export to Singapore and the rest of the world. We speak to Takushi Suminaka, director and general manag...
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Long a healthy staple in Japanese cuisine, bean curd is tasty and nutritious, even for meat eaters! Touted as a super food that is as rich in nutrients as it is in history, tofu, or bean curd, ...
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Can you “eel” it? Grilled unagi is fast gaining popularity in Singapore, with three speciality restaurants vying for the top spot. [caption id="attachment_4374" align="alignleft" width="770"] Left:...
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Savour the freshest flavours during cherry blossom season. Japan has long taken seasonal cues from nature. Whether it is spring, summer, autumn or winter, each season has characteristics that a...
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From pretty ceramics to delicious jams, these are the souvenirs you’ll want to share with family and friends....
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Whether you appreciate ceramics, nature or even vintage cars, you will have lots to do in Komatsu City....
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If you visit the city of Komatsu, you’ll meet the positive-minded Kabukky. Kabukky who? It’s not a real person but is the city’s cartoon mascot dressed in traditional Kabuki garments—those of the char...
