Discovering Tanabata: The Star Festival of Japan
When people think of Japanese summer traditions, one beautiful event stands out: Tanabata (七夕、たなばた), also known as the Star Festival. Celebrated on […]
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Kashiwa Mochi and Japan’s Children’s Day: Traditions, Carp Streamers, and More!
If you visit Japan in early May, you might come across a curious little sweet wrapped in a large green leaf, Kashiwa […]