The Beauty of Niigata Prefecture
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
From 26 March until 11 March 2022, Japan Centre will be hosting a Niigata Fair at Japan Centre Leicester Square, Japan Centre Ichiba Westfield London, and Japan Centre Online. We will have exclusive handpicked products of Niigata Prefecture which is famous for its snowy mountain tops, including regional products such as drip coffee bags, hegi soba noodles, fruit juices, kiri mochi, umeshu and more. Join us for the next 2 weeks to learn more about this nature-filled incredible prefecture, its history, culture, and the artisan products Niigata produces. Located on Japan’s main island, Honshu, Ni ..read more
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The Beauty of Ehime Prefecture
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
From 12 February until 25 February 2022, Japan Centre will be hosting an Ehime Fair at Japan Centre Leicester Square, Japan Centre Ichiba Westfield London, and Japan Centre Online. We will have exclusive handpicked products of Ehime Prefecture which is famous for its citrus fruits, including traditional products such as flavoured sake, dried citrus peel, Botchan coffee, eel marinades, and much more. Join us for the next 2 weeks to learn more about this nature-filled incredible prefecture, its history, culture, and the artisan products Ehime produces. Located in Shikoku, southwest of Japan’s ma ..read more
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Celebrating Shogatsu – New Year in Japan
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
New Year (Shōgatsu) is celebrated from 1st – 3rd January in Japan, bringing families together to mark the end of the year, and to celebrate the start of a new and prosperous one. Although Christmas is celebrated (with festive markets, seasonal food, illuminations, parties and gift-giving) Shogatsu is the most important celebration in the Japanese calendar. It’s a national holiday, meaning that businesses close for three days, and families have the chance to enjoy traditional customs; from visiting shrines and watching the sun rise, to eating delicious food and sending out greetings cards.  ..read more
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Celebrating Christmas in Japan
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
December means cool temperatures and dry sunny days in Japan, but the weather isn’t the only thing to get excited about at this time of year. Christmas is just around the corner and the festivities are already in full swing. There are plenty of similarities between Christmas in the UK and Japan – Christmas markets, parties with friends, sparkly illuminations lighting up the streets, and delicious food to enjoy. But there are a few unique differences too… Osaka Umeda by cotaro70s : https://flic.kr/p/prUXAW Christianity is only practiced by a tiny percentage of the Japanese population, so Chri ..read more
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3 Magical Winter Destinations in Japan
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
Japan is an all-year round travel destination, with plenty of natural beauty and city adventures to enjoy whatever the weather, but winter is a particularly magical time to visit. We have three very different but equally exciting winter destinations to inspire your future travel plans to Japan.  Whether you prefer to hit the slopes in snowy Hokkaido, take in the festive atmosphere in busy, buzzy Tokyo, or experience a slower pace of life in the picturesque region of Shirakawa-go, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Or perhaps you have enough time to take in all three destinations, fo ..read more
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6 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Kimonos
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
During the festive season, our sister brand Ichiba in Westfield London will be selling pre-loved traditional Japanese kimonos, yukatas, and accessories! Kimonos have been worn for over 1000 years and are the national dress of Japan. It comes with a rich history and tradition and they are seen as a piece of artwork.  Kimonos used to be worn as everyday clothing, however now are mainly for special events, such as graduations, funerals, and weddings. At Japan Centre, we pride ourselves in selling these beautiful garments which are so rich in history and culture. Find out more about kimonos w ..read more
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Enjoying Autumn Leaf Season (Koyo) in Japan
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
Autumn is one of the most popular times of year to visit Japan, as the summer humidity gives way to cooler temperatures and tree leaves turn from green to vivid shades of red, orange and gold. The tradition of visiting places to admire the stunning autumn foliage is known as koyo in Japan, and a wave of colour spreads across the country from North to South; leaves start to change colour during September in northern Hokkaido and by early December southern Japan has become a riot of colour.  Autumn is also harvest time in Japan, and a trip at this time of year will reward you with delicious ..read more
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Get your Spook On! Celebrating Halloween in Japan
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
Chilly autumn nights, the smell of bonfires in the air, pumpkin spiced lattes creeping onto the menu. This can only mean one thing – Halloween is just around the corner!  Japan has a lengthy history of creepy folklore (and is responsible for some of the scariest horror films ever made…) so it will come as no surprise that celebrating the spirit world is an integral part of Japanese culture. But Halloween is actually a fairly recent addition to Japanese culture compared to the annual three-day Buddhist festival of Obon in August, which has honoured the spirits of deceased relatives for ove ..read more
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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Mie Prefecture in Japan
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
From 23 October until 5 November 2021, Japan Centre will be hosting Mie Fair at Japan Centre Leicester Square, Japan Centre Ichiba Westfield London, and Japan Centre Online. We will have exclusive handpicked products of Mie Prefecture, including traditional products such as Matcha Yokan, Yuzu Warabi Mochi, Hojicha Latte, Sake, and much more. Join us for the next 2 weeks to learn more about this nature-filled incredible prefecture, its history, culture, and the artisan products Mie produces. Mie Prefecture is a beautiful and serene prefecture of Japan located in Honshu, known for its breath-tak ..read more
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5 Delicious Japanese Recipes for Autumn
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by Japan Centre
2y ago
Autumn is the season for hearty eating in Japan, as the hot and humid summer days give way to cooler temperatures and appetites increase. Cooler days and darker evenings are the perfect excuse to prepare tasty, warming meals with a Japanese twist using seasonal ingredients such as mushrooms, pumpkins and chestnuts. You may not be able to jet off to Japan this autumn, but you can bring a bit of Japan into your own kitchen by preparing one of these five delicious autumnal dishes! Autumn Bento Bento are convenient boxed meals for one, consisting of small portions of food divided into separate c ..read more
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