Simple Japanese Recipes
Want to watch Japanese shows outside of Japan but don’t know how? Here are some ways to get you started on your Japanese media journey! I grew up watching Japanese shows and TV. Everything from anime to dramas to variety shows. I was lucky to grow up in a part […]
Looking for the best Japanese shows for babies and toddlers? Here is a list of shows that my toddler (and I) loved to watch! This list of Japanese shows for babies and toddlers is comprised of things that my toddler (now 2 years old) used to or currently watches. They […]
Looking for some ideas for Japanese gifts for the holidays? Here are 10 of some of my favorite items! These are all from Musubi Kiln, a Japanese tableware, homeware, and gift brand. They have a wide variety of quality items from Japan and many come in beautiful sets and boxes. […]
Tanabata Somen is a popular summer noodle dish is enjoyed during Tanabata Festival in Japan on 7/7. Tanabata (七夕) is the Star Festival in Japan and takes place on July 7th. It comes from the tale of the meeting of two dieties, Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the stars Vega […]
This baby-friendly version of the popular Japanese fried shrimp dish, Ebi-Fry, is quick and easy to make and fun for any kind to want to try! When making food for Rei, I not only want to give him nutritious meals, but fun ones, too! I think plating and eating with […]
Taiyaki are fun fish-shaped cake snacks that are a very popular street food, particularly during summer festivals! Growing up spending summers in Japan, I have lots of fond memories around Japanese summer festivals called Natsumatsuri. Aside from the beautiful lanterns, taiko drums, and festival games, I have so many good […]