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Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to connect with that special someone in your life, but did you know that the 14th of February is celebrated differently in Japan? Discover how Valentine’s Day works in Japanese culture, and learn about White Day, the traditional alternative celebrated a month later. The history of Valentine’s day Valentine’s Day in Japan dates back to the 1950s, and represents the changes that have occurred

When it comes to festivals, the Japanese know how to celebrate. Their traditional ‘matsuri’ may have started hundreds of years ago and they may vary from community to community, but what they all have in common today, is that they’re very exciting, extremely enjoyable and everyone is more than welcome to join in the fun. In fact, it’s said that you’ll always find a festival going on somewhere in Japan.

Can’t get enough of sashimi, but can’t afford to eat out at restaurants every time you fancy this simply delicious, elegant raw fish dish from Japan? Think that it’s too time consuming or too difficult to make yourself? We’ve put together a quick guide to making sashimi at home, telling you all you need to know in order to prepare this Japanese delicacy, from how to choose your fish to