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Looking Forward to "Risshun": The Beginning of ...
Though it is still cold, the Japanese calendar tells us that "Risshun" (the beginning of spring) is just around the corner in early February. In Japan, we start looking for...
Looking Forward to "Risshun": The Beginning of ...
Though it is still cold, the Japanese calendar tells us that "Risshun" (the beginning of spring) is just around the corner in early February. In Japan, we start looking for...
"Kawaii" Culture: Edible Art
To many, Japanese sweets are "too beautiful to eat." This is part of our Kawaii (cute) and Kogei (craft) culture. We believe that we eat with our eyes first. Each...
"Kawaii" Culture: Edible Art
To many, Japanese sweets are "too beautiful to eat." This is part of our Kawaii (cute) and Kogei (craft) culture. We believe that we eat with our eyes first. Each...
The Secret of Water: Why Japanese Sweets Taste ...
Did you know that the secret to great Japanese sweets is water? Japan is blessed with soft, pure mountain water, which is essential for bringing out the delicate flavors of...
The Secret of Water: Why Japanese Sweets Taste ...
Did you know that the secret to great Japanese sweets is water? Japan is blessed with soft, pure mountain water, which is essential for bringing out the delicate flavors of...
Weekend Ritual: "Meisou" (Meditation) with Tea
As the weekend approaches, why not try a "Sweet Meditation"? In the rush of modern life, the Japanese tea ceremony teaches us to focus on the "here and now." Choose...
Weekend Ritual: "Meisou" (Meditation) with Tea
As the weekend approaches, why not try a "Sweet Meditation"? In the rush of modern life, the Japanese tea ceremony teaches us to focus on the "here and now." Choose...
The Philosophy of "Mottainai" and Our Sweets
In Japan, we have a beautiful word: "Mottainai." It reflects the spirit of respecting objects and not letting anything go to waste. At FujiTime, we embrace this by using every...
The Philosophy of "Mottainai" and Our Sweets
In Japan, we have a beautiful word: "Mottainai." It reflects the spirit of respecting objects and not letting anything go to waste. At FujiTime, we embrace this by using every...
More Than Words: The Culture of "Omiyage"
In Japan, we have a beautiful culture of "Omiyage" (souvenirs/gifts). It’s not just about the object, but the feeling of "I thought of you while I was away." An elegant...
More Than Words: The Culture of "Omiyage"
In Japan, we have a beautiful culture of "Omiyage" (souvenirs/gifts). It’s not just about the object, but the feeling of "I thought of you while I was away." An elegant...