“Without it, Japanese food and flavour don’t exist at all.” To be scientific, koji is aspergillus oryzae, a fermentation culture used in the production of sake, soy sauce, miso, rice vinegar and mirin ...

Inoue came up with the project after an Indian acquaintance sought his advice about exporting Japanese sake to his home country. Inoue approached Masahiko Toda, another fellow acquaintance who ...

A Japanese sake maker marked the grand opening of its brewery in upstate New York with hopes of catering to local taste buds through its renowned Dassai brand. Asahi Shuzo Co. in Iwakuni ...

The U.S. government said Wednesday that it has notified Congress of its approval of the $39 million sale of air-to-surface standoff missiles and related equipment to Japan. The move comes in ...

Two of Japan's nuclear power plants were rattled on Monday when a magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck southwest Japan, prompting a tsunami advisory for parts of the region. This map shows the ...

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Discover hidden corners, local treats, and genuine culture in Kyoto. Experience our 8 must-do activities beyond the temples ...

A short metro or regional train ride from Kyoto, Osaka trades ancient temples for modern architecture, a lively atmosphere ...

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To clear things up, Harajuku is a neighborhood in Japan (part of the greater Shibuya District) and it is considered a hub of alternative fashion. Whether you'll see young women walking around in ...

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