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Nestled in the scenic mountains of Gifu Prefecture, Shirakawago is one of Japan’s most beautiful and well-preserved traditional villages. Its iconic gasshō-zukuri farmhouses, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, draw travelers from around the world who wish to step back in time and experience Japan’s rural charm. For international tourists visiting Shirakawago for the first time, there are a…
Gyōza are one of Japan’s most beloved Chinese-style dishes. These dumplings are made by wrapping pork and vegetables in a thin wheat-flour skin, then pan-frying or steaming. Their toasty aroma and juicy bite win people over everywhere. Though the dish began in China, it has evolved uniquely in Japan and is now enjoyed from home kitchens to specialty shops. In…
Sharing a nabe (Japanese hot pot or stew) with others is always fun, but enjoying it at your own pace is a pleasure of its own. If you want to relish a meal without any distractions, head to “Shabu-Shabu Retasu Shibuya Center-gai” in the popular Shibuya neighborhood of Tokyo, where you can have a nabe all to yourself. Savor Kobe…