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Did you know?: Certain kinds of money in certain envelopes for special occasions

According to Japanese tradition, you are supposed to present certain kinds of money in certain envelopes when you attend a wedding, funeral or memorial service.
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Did you know?: Wedding tradition in Okinawa

At wedding ceremonies in Okinawa, friends and relatives of marrying couples show some entertainment such as sketch comedy, dance, and music. It is not unusual for Okinawans to get together and work on their performance before the day of the ceremony.
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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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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.
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Enjoy the taste of Mexico at Okinawa’s Rollup Burritos

Burritos are not common in Japan. To top that, putting one together can prove a challenge. 
Enjoy tea the traditional way (Photo: Okinawa Convention and Visitors Bureau / JT)
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Okinawa tea tasting: The making of bukubuku tea

A gentle breeze sways the cotton Noren curtain of this café, telling visitors that it is open. A pink Frangipani and the blue skies bring a smile.
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Best Japanese summer street foods you may like to try

It’s the height of summer! With so many fireworks events and festivals lined up, one thing you definitely can’t miss out on is street food gourmet!
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My Faves: Frozen foods at Japanese grocery stores

Last year was an important year for the frozen food industry in Japan. The year marked the 100th anniversary of the first time Hokkaido fish was commercially frozen, according to the Japan Frozen Food Association.