And even though there are some staples on the menu throughout the nation, what goes into those staples also varies!
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Only available to lottery winners, we take a look at the special goods inside this “phantom” box.
It will be nothing but smooth sailing when assembling your very own 3-D version of the world’s most recognizable wave.
Join us as we take a look at some of the most popular Japanese New Year traditions and reveal the spiritual symbolism and superstitions behind them.
Little-known hack from a soba restaurant pro will give your noodles a professional look every time.
We were ‘lucky’ enough to see and smell the rare flower, which blooms once every few years.
It’s almost like the New Year already wanted to give him the cold shoulder…or rather, a cold fish cake.
How technology kept us entertained and baffled this year.
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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