Sakura season is upon us once again. Japan is home to hundreds of varieties of the fleeting flowers, but do you know your Kanzan from your Ukon? Here’s a quick guide to introduce you to a mere ...

Anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed by the current state of things? Or is that just because I caught a cold at Marshalls while checking out the discounted but still high-quality dried pasta ...

Nothing elicits more excitement in Japan than cherry blossom season. These delicate pink flowers bloom for just two weeks annually, so everyone clears their schedule for hanami picnics and long ...