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Shibuya Espoir: Try Gel Nails And Eyelash Extensions At A Beauty Salon
Japanese beauty salons are well-known for their use of cutting-edge technology and courteous treatment, not to mention their high customer satisfaction rating. Today we visit Espoir, a salon in Shibuya to try their gel nail and eyelash extension services.
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Miko - Japanese Encyclopedia
Well-known to overseas anime and manga fans, miko is the term for the young women that serve the Shinto deities by working in shrines across Japan. Let’s learn more about this fascinating job.
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Natural & Raw Food LOHAS - Enjoy Sapporo’s Local Vegetarian Cuisine!
Natural & Raw Food LOHAS is a cafe restaurant that offers vegan, vegetarian and Halal dishes made with local vegetables. If you wish to enjoy the local raw food while in Hokkaido, how about stopping by this cafe in Sapporo’s Susukino area?
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Learn The Impossible! Untranslatable Japanese Phrases
Some of the common Japanese phrases have no direct equivalent in other languages. Nonetheless, they are very useful when trying to get your point across. This article introduces a selection of untranslatable Japanese phrases.
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Taste Japanese Flavored Gelatos at Gelateria TIE-AN in Shibuya
Gelateria TIE-AN, located in Shibuya, is a unique Japanese-style gelato shop that blends the best flavors of the West and of the East in its delicious crepes made with rice flour or soy milk detox soup.
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Explore The Wonderful Hase Temple in Kamakura
Hase Temple in Kamakura is famous for being the home of Japan’s largest wooden statue of the eleven faced Kannon Bodhisattva and for its beautiful hydrangea garden. Discover the views and the highlights of Hase Temple!
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The Ultimate Guide To Japan’s National Holidays For 2017-2018
All about Japan’s National Holidays - sightseeing areas and public transportation are especially busy on these days, so those who aren’t fans of crowds should take care. There are also many interesting events and activities on these holidays too!
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Amazake - Japanese Encyclopedia
Amazake is sweet beverage, frequently enjoyed hot during winter. Depending on the recipe, it may contain a small quantity of alcohol. Learn more about the great effects it has one one&s health and why it is a stable winter drink!
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4 Japanese Items That Make Cold Winter Days More Pleasant
Winter is a season of joy in Japan, especially when it snows. This article introduces four Japanese items that are extremely useful in order to fight the cold, which can become pretty harsh in January - February.
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Shogi Koma in Tendo - A Samurai Legacy
Tendo, in Yamagata prefecture, is famous for being the place where over 90% of Japan’s shogi koma (pieces) are made. A visit to Tendo is an occasion to learn more about the fascination of Japanese chess!
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5 Izakayas In Shinjuku With Multilingual Menus
Shinjuku is famous for its good quality izakayas (Japanese style bars). This article introduces five recommended izakayas that offer multilingual assistance and menus.
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The Best Apps For Your Trip To Japan
Traveling in Japan has never been easier. This article introduces the best applications for your Japan trip. They provide information on transportation, Wi-Fi connections, safety and other useful information!
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Inari-zushi - Japanese Encyclopedia
Inari-zushi is a type of sushi with sweet and sometimes spicy taste, that has been loved by the Japanese people for a long time. This article explains what Inari-zushi is, and also mentions several stores in Japan where it can be found.
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Nengajo (New Year Cards) - Japanese Encyclopedia
Nengajo are an important part of New Year’s celebration for the Japanese and have been a custom for centuries. Wouldn’t you like to send some to your loved ones too? In this article we discuss the basics of the cards, and how to write them.
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Kameda Shuzo - A Sake Brewery Diversifying For The Future (Part 2)
Kameda Shuzo is a sake brewery in Kamogawa, Chiba prefecture. This article introduces the sake brands that made Kameda Brewery famous, as well as other appealing points of this well-established facility.
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Kameda Shuzo: A 260-Year Old Brewery Producing Sacred Sake (Part 1)
Founded by a Buddhist mountain priest 266 years ago, Kameda Sake Brewery continues its tradition of making sake for the Shinto ceremonies held at Meiji Shrine while diversifying into new fields of liquor production.
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Kadomatsu - Japanese Encyclopedia
Kadomatsu are an integral part of the Japanese New Year’s celebrations. These bamboo and pine decorations come in various sizes and are found outside shops and businesses across Japan.
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Happy Holidays Everyone!
Here at Matcha we hope you all have a fabulous holiday season and have lots of fun too!
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Top 7 Souvenir Shopping Spots In Omotesandō And Harajuku!
When you say Harajuku, many think Kyari Pamyu Pamyu. In this artcle, we’ll introduce Kiddyland, Daiso, Takeshita-dori, and other hot Harujuku shopping spots.
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Enter The World Of Doraemon! The Fujiko F. Fujio Museum
The Fujiko F Fujio Museum in Kawasaki city is the perfect place to experience the world of Fujiko F Fujio, the creator of characters such as Doraemon.
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