Japanese don't only eat sushi! Through history, Japan has been much influenced by foreign cultures. The Japanese cuisine has espacially borrowed many recipes and ingredients from Western cuisines, but always in a way that suits Japanese tastes. Find out more about the meals that more and more Japanese love so much.   read more

The stars festival comes from a Chinese legend that depicts the love between a shepherd and a weaver. They could meet only once a year because of Gods anger. This is the opportunity for Japanese to celebrate the reunion in summer.   read more

Known throughout the world, and yet so wrongly known... Geisha belong to the most traditional art and culture of Japan. They have a strong sense of secrecy, and can even sometimes have an influence on their clients' business decisions...   read more

The Japanese cherry tree is one of the most relevant symbol of Japan. Not only does Hanami celebrate the love that Japanese people have for this flower, but also the numerous objects that are decorated with the flower design.   read more

Often made of a mouthful of rice and raw fish, sushi became popular in Japan in the 19th century as they could feed people quickly in an already busy capital.   read more