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[2025 New Year] Kyoto Hanabiramochi Tasting set!

It was a nice surprise, a limited edition gift box of Hanabiramochi: a New Year's confection made by nine Japanese confectionery shops in Kyoto : Heianden, Kagijin, Kabira Yoshimitsu, Kamahachi Rosho, Kameya Shigehisa, Kameya Norikatsu, Kanshundo, Gion Narumi-ya, and Senbon Tamajuken. All the best from kyoto who specialised or can do Hanarabi mochi! Hanabiramochi is a traditional confectionery that is only eaten in Kyoto during the New Year. It is a confectionery made of burdock wrapped in soft mochi and filled with white miso paste, which is reminiscent of Kyoto's Ozoni. We started the New Year by comparing the taste...

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Yuzu (柚子) the citrus fruit that holds a special place in the Japanese culture.

Yuzu (柚子) is a citrus fruit that holds a special place in Japanese culture, known for its distinctive tart flavor, refreshing aroma, and numerous health benefits. Originating in East Asia, this small, yellow-orange fruit thrives in colder climates, making it particularly suited to Japan’s mountainous regions. Over the centuries, it...
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What is 五省 (Gosei) which translates to "Five Reflections"?

五省 (Gosei), which translates to "Five Reflections," is an ancient Japanese practice originating from the Imperial Japanese Naval Academy. It serves as framework for self-reflection, encouraging individuals to evaluate their actions, intentions, and attitudes regularly.The Five Reflections (五省):誠意 (Seii):Did I act with sincerity and integrity? This asks us to reflect on whether we were...