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5 best things to do in Uji, Kyoto, Japan's green tea capital: 1-day sightseeing itinerary

Uji, Japan is a famous city near Kyoto renowned for its beautiful scenery, the Uji River, and Uji Tea. It also has ties to The Tale of Genji, a classic in Japanese literature.

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Uji, Japan's green tea capital

From the dense forests of Nara, where deer roam free, to fascinating artisan villages that line up the spectacular northern coastline of Tango Peninsula, there is plenty to explore and enjoy in Kyoto Prefecture once you venture beyond the former Imperial capital. Uji is of such gem sites.

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Cuisine: Japanese

Simple recipes for 4 easy Japanese rice dishes

In Japan, rice has a rich history which dates back over 2000 years. It’s a staple in many traditional dishes and has become an important part of Japanese food culture.

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Cuisine: Indian

VIDEO| Taste of Italy: Let's cook delicious pasta in the microwave

As far as cooking is concerned, I am all for cutting corners. But, when I learned that pasta could be cooked in the microwave, I had to take it with a grain of salt.

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Taste of Japan: Japanese put unique spin on pizza

Like many other western food imports, Japan certainly puts its own unique spin on pizza, creating pies that are curiously delicious!

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Cuisine: Japanese

VIDEO| Japan Kitchen: Simple recipe for Japanese fried squash

Kabocha korokke, is a common and very popular bento meal item. You’ll find this in many schoolchildren’s lunch boxes when autumn arrives as it’s a great way for moms to get their kids to eat more veggies.

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Cuisine: American

Delicious pancakes at Jakkepoes on Okinawa

What’s not to love about a pancake house that flips your pancakes to order and is located by a quiet beach. So next time you’re out on a weekend drive, steer your way toward Jakkepoes in Yomitan.