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When it comes to classic winter dishes in Japan, nothing beats nabe—hot pot. Made with a wide variety of simmered vegetables, meats, and seafood, nabe is a bubbling hot pot that warms both body and soul. Loved as a home-cooked comfort food, nabe also varies from region to region, with local ingredients and seasonings giving rise to an incredibly diverse…
Standing tall in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Ushiku Daibutsu is a towering statue of Amida Buddha, renowned for its overwhelming scale and presence. Recognized by the Guinness World Records in 1995 as the world’s tallest bronze Buddha statue, this enormous figure attracts visitors not only from across Japan but also from countries throughout Asia, including Thailand and Taiwan, where it…
Harajuku, known as a birthplace of new culture, is also at the forefront of culinary innovation. Right in the heart of this vibrant district, just a short walk from the bustling Takeshita Street and the tranquil Meiji Shrine, lies “Vegan Bistro Jangara,” a restaurant dedicated to vegan cuisine. “グリルバーガー,” Grilled Burger 1,350 JPY (tax included) Originating from the Kyushu Jangara…