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With the paddy field as a canvas, what can you create? Koyu Suzuki, village chief of Inakadate in Aomori prefecture, shares the story behind his quaint town’s incredible invention: Tanbo art. ...
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When we talk about autumn in Japan, often the first thing that comes to mind is the abundance of hearty, healthful foods that are harvested throughout the season in time for the coming winter months. ...
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Did you know that 1 October is World Sake Day (Nihonshu no Hi)? First celebrated in 1978, after a declaration by the Japan Sake Brewers Association, there are a number of reasons why the date of 1 Oct...
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What is it about Yamanashi Prefecture that makes it such a great source of fresh produce? We speak to local food producers for their secrets....
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The word souvenir means “remember” in French. Beyond snapshots and fond memories, here are some souvenirs you can bring home to remember the beauty of Yamanashi Prefecture....
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Apart from eating your way through Yamanashi, do take some time out to explore the region’s spectacular scenery and unique art museums....
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It’s a simple dish using few ingredients, but the technique, heart and soul that go into preparing just one sushi is nuanced and full of depth. Here, we give you a glimpse of great masters at work. ...
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We all know fruit is good for us, but for artist Inazuma Akai, bananas are more than just a good source of potassium – they are a medium for his art. As an artist, I get my inspiration from many p...
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“With White Asparagus & Tosajiro’s Egg, I wanted to create a dish where the ingredients not only complement each another, they also enhance the flavour of Krug Grande Cruvee. I used white aspa...
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ABC Cooking Studio, which opened its first studio in Singapore in 2015, specialises in teaching people how to prepare Japanese cuisine. Here, one of its instructors, Reiko Dyke, gets us acquainted wit...
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It’s no secret that the pride and joy of Yamanashi is Mount Fuji. Standing tall at 3,776 meters, it is the highest mountain in Japan as well as a designated World Heritage site. On any given day, you ...
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With an abundance of greenery — up to 78 percent of Yamanashi is covered in forests — this prefecture is verdant with life. The profusion of sunshine and fresh water contribute to the fine quality of ...
