BEAUTIFUL GOLD LEAF IS SOMETHING YOU MUST SEE. Kinpaku, gold leaf is dominantly produced in Ishikawa. The reason is mainly weather

LIFE IS SHORT, TIME WHEN TRAVELING, EVEN SHORTER. What makes trip better is wondering around and popping into every shops that looks intere

A folding fan is called "sensu" in Japan. It is often used as an accessory for kimono and daily use is totally OK. (Personally, I

Konpeito is sugar candy brought by Portuguese in 16th century. It is crystal of sugar. Forming a crystallization of sugar is impossible when

Food replica.It is a replica of food that is made from plastic, wax, resin or similar materials. Its purpose is to represent dishes or food

In Kawagoe city (Saitama prefecture), "Sulab" has set up Kendama shop and cafe where Kendama players gather up from all over the w

Kit-Kat. Worldwide product you'd see this product all over the world. Did you know Nestle Japan sales variety of flavors specially limit

Senbei is a type of rice crackers, very traditional. Except for ones that has lots of sugar, they tends to be low calories, so much healthie

Finding souvenirs is always a challenge because there are millions of choices, especially in Tokyo. Selecting and finding nice ones are alwa

"Stamina Taro".There is a restaurant called "Stamina Taro" where I often go to eat sushi, yakiniku, and desert. For 90 m

Ever heard of "Kabuki"?It's a traditional Japanese theatrical performance and intangible cultural heritage. Kabuki has history

Amezaiku Yoshihara.Looking for best souvenir? Go to "Amezaiku Yoshihara" in Tokyo, and you'd be amazed what they can make from