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5 Drinks to Accompany Your Japanese Meal

Drinking is a popular social practice in Japan so it’s no surprise that over time, they’ve perfected the art of pairing their food and drink. The sweet, sour and bold flavours of Japanese food call for beverages that will bring out these notes and enhance your meal. Here are five drinks to try next time you’re having Japanese food. 1. Whiskey While in Western culture, whiskey is seen as a

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The Art of Japanese Food Decoration

If you’ve ever eaten Japanese food, you’ll know that visual presentation is an absolutely essential ingredient – it’s as much a part of the dining experience as the actual taste of the food. When Japanese chefs prepare their food, every aspect from the arrangement on the plate, through to the garnish on top, is carefully chosen. How do they do it? The presentation of Japanese cuisine follows key plating principles

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11 Japanese New Year Traditions

New Year’s Eve is a special time for food, decorations and family, particularly in Japanese culture. Known as Oshogatsu, the Japanese festivities during the last few weeks of December and first few of early January are a mix of Shinto, Buddhist and modern ideas. Here are some of our favourite Oshogatsu traditions. 1. Susuharai The new year is all about getting rid of the old, so cleaning the home ahead

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