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WHAT IS BINCHOTAN? THE STORY OF JAPAN’S REMARKABLE WHITE CHARCOAL

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Valued for its purity, longevity and surprising versatility, Japanese binchotan charcoal  burns bright in Japanese lives.

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TANABATA FESTIVAL 2026: JAPAN'S STAR FESTIVAL OF WISHES & LOVERS

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How a myth of celestial romance became a vibrant, enduring symbol of love, hope and aspirations

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FATHER'S DAY IN JAPAN: FROM CASUAL WEAR TO CELEBRATION

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Find out about the birth of Father's Day in Japan, with a few of our gift recommendations.

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WASHI: THE ART AND SCIENCE OF JAPANESE PAPER

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Washi, Japan's extraordinary handmade paper, is a 1,300-year-old craft tradition that outlasts civilisations, inspires contemporary design, and demands to be noticed.

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IT'S CHILDREN'S DAY IN JAPAN! A DAY OF KOINOBORI CARP AND SWEET TREATS

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A colourful celebration for families, May 5 is Children's Day in Japan. Discover more about its vibrant koinobori carp streamers and sweet treats.

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LEAF TO CUP: 10 LITTLE-KNOWN FACTS ABOUT JAPANESE GREEN TEA

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Tea fields in Shizuoka by くろふね, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons From Leaf to Cup Japanese green tea may look simple — add hot water, brew briefly and pour a...

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