January 2024
Ochazuke Savvy
We - Online Open Campus: Food&Drinks Enrollments Now Open! Local Delicacies: Ochazuke [Jan. 27th Sat.] Lesson Preview “Ochazuke,” a convenient and easily enjoyed dish, remains popular across generations. The basic ochazuke involves placing ingredients on top of rice and pouring hot tea or hot water over it. In recent years, there have been variations where […]
Why is Sake So Tasty?
We - Online Open Campus: Food&Drinks Enrollments Now Open! World Spirits: Japanese Sake [Jan. 19th Fri.] Lesson Preview Student: Following on from Japanese cuisine, people from all over the world have a growing interest in Japanese sake. I like it as well. Several uncommon kanji terms are written on the labels of sake bottles, but […]
Unraveling the Secrets of Natto
We - Online Open Campus: Food&Drinks Enrollments Now Open! Must-Try Dishes: Natto [Jan. 25th Thu.] Lesson Introduction: Welcome to the World of Natto! What is Natto? At first glance, Natto might seem like just fermented soybeans, but it's a culinary masterpiece born from the unique fermentation process. The result? A dish with a texture like […]
Hanafuda: A Journey Through the Flower Cards
We - Online Open Campus: Art & Culture Enrollments Now Open! Global Games Galore: Hanafuda [Jan. 23rd Tue.] Lesson Introduction: the Beauty and Tradition of Hanafuda The enchanting world of Hanafuda, where tradition meets artistry in a deck of cards. Originating in 18th-century Japan, Hanafuda has captivated players with its vibrant imagery and strategic gameplay. […]
Aokigahara: the Most Famous Forest in Japan
Author: Mizuki Ichihira & Valeria We - Online Open Campus: Sights & Nature Enrollments Now Open! Hidden Gems: Aokigahara [Jan. 11st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: A Famous Forest Aokigahara (青木ヶ原) is a forest located in the foothills of Mt. Fuji in the Yamanashi Prefecture. Before obtaining the name "Suicide Forest," this mysterious place was called Jukai, […]