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Japanese Food & Culture
Discover authentic Japanese cuisine and culinary traditions

A Japanese rice cake made of mochigome, a short-grain japonica glutinous rice, and sometimes other ingredients such as water, sugar, and cornstarch. The rice is pounded into paste and molded into the desired shape.

High-quality Japanese beef known for its marbled appearance, tenderness, and rich flavor. Wagyu literally means "Japanese cow" and refers to specific breeds of cattle that are genetically predisposed to intense marbling.

Thin noodles made from buckwheat flour, either served chilled with a dipping sauce or in hot broth as a noodle soup. Soba has been a staple of Japanese cuisine for thousands of years.

Seafood or vegetables that have been battered and deep fried. The batter is light and airy, creating a delicate and crispy coating. Tempura is typically served with a dipping sauce called tentsuyu.
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Best Time to Visit
Choose the perfect season for your Japan adventure
Cherry blossoms, pleasant weather, and spring festivals make this the most popular season.
Peak Season
🌡️ 10-20°C / 50-68°F
Vibrant festivals, fireworks, and beach activities. Hot and humid weather.
Festival Season
🌡️ 25-35°C / 77-95°F
Stunning fall foliage, comfortable temperatures, and harvest season delicacies.
Highly Recommended
🌡️ 15-25°C / 59-77°F
Winter sports, hot springs, and beautiful illuminations. Less crowded.
Budget-Friendly
🌡️ 0-10°C / 32-50°F
Getting Around Japan
Efficient and convenient transportation options
JR East/West/Kyushu and other regional passes can be a better deal than the nationwide JR Pass—especially for focused trips.
- ✓Better value for region-focused trips
- ✓Works well with shinkansen segments
- ✓Often easier than nationwide pass planning
How to buy shinkansen tickets, choose seats (reserved/non-reserved/Green Car), and avoid common rookie mistakes.
- ✓Reserved vs non-reserved explained
- ✓Green Car trade-offs
- ✓Where and how to buy tickets
Essential apps to help you navigate Japan's complex transit system with real-time updates and route planning.
- ✓Google Maps (English support)
- ✓Hyperdia (train schedules)
- ✓NAVITIME (comprehensive)
Japan at a Glance
Interesting facts and figures about Japan
Islands in Japan
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