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Discover Japan Heritage @japan-heritage.bsky.social · 6h

The Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, include stone castles like Shuri-jō, sacred sites, and villages. They reflect the unique Ryukyuan culture blending influences from Japan, China, and Southeast Asia in harmony. #Japan #Travel #Photography

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 6h

Yakisoba-pan is a uniquely Japanese fusion snack: soft bread filled with savory stir-fried noodles. Born in school cafeterias and bakeries, it blends carb-on-carb comfort in the best way. Cheap, filling, and nostalgic, it’s a beloved grab-and-go treat across Japan. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 13h

Ramen is a beloved Japanese noodle dish with Chinese origins, made from wheat noodles in savory broth. From rich tonkotsu to soy-based shoyu and miso styles, ramen has evolved uniquely in Japan. Affordable, comforting, and endlessly customizable, it’s a true cultural icon. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 20h

Doyo no Ushi no Hi is a summer tradition in Japan where people eat grilled eel (unagi) to stay strong in the heat. Rich in nutrients, unagi is believed to boost stamina. Fun fact: the custom spread in the Edo period thanks to a clever promotion by an eel shop. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 20h

Doyo no Ushi no Hi is a summer tradition in Japan where people eat grilled eel (unagi) to stay strong in the heat. Rich in nutrients, unagi is believed to boost stamina. Fun fact: the custom spread in the Edo period thanks to a clever promotion by an eel shop. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 1d

Nori is dried seaweed used in Japanese cuisine, especially for sushi, rice balls, and snacks. Thin, salty, and rich in umami, it’s packed with minerals and vitamins. Whether wrapped around sushi or enjoyed as crispy sheets, nori is a staple of Japanese flavor. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 1d

Onigiri’s history goes back over 1,000 years. It began in the Jomon period as a portable meal and offering with the start of rice farming. In the Edo period, it became common travel food, and wrapping it with Asakusa nori seaweed became the standard style. #food #onigiri #japan

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 1d

Onigiri’s history goes back over 1,000 years. It began in the Jomon period as a portable meal and offering with the start of rice farming. In the Edo period, it became common travel food, and wrapping it with Asakusa nori seaweed became the standard style. #food #onigiri #japan

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 1d

Nanakusa-gayu, or Seven-Herb Rice Porridge, is a traditional Japanese dish enjoyed on January 7. Made with seven spring herbs, it is believed to support health, cleanse the body after New Year feasts, and invite good fortune. A gentle taste of seasonal tradition in Japan. #food #japan #japanesefood

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The Hidden Christian Sites in Nagasaki and Amakusa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, include churches, worship places, and artifacts. They reflect Japan’s history of Christian persecution and the faith and resilience of believers who lived in secrecy for centuries. #Japan #Travel #Photography

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 1d

Red and White Manjū are steamed Japanese sweets given at celebrations like weddings, graduations, and anniversaries. The colors symbolize joy and luck—white for purity, red for protection. Soft and mildly sweet, they’re a traditional way to share happiness. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 2d

Nori is dried seaweed used in Japanese cuisine, especially for sushi, rice balls, and snacks. Thin, salty, and rich in umami, it’s packed with minerals and vitamins. Whether wrapped around sushi or enjoyed as crispy sheets, nori is a staple of Japanese flavor. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 2d

Nori is dried seaweed used in Japanese cuisine, especially for sushi, rice balls, and snacks. Thin, salty, and rich in umami, it’s packed with minerals and vitamins. Whether wrapped around sushi or enjoyed as crispy sheets, nori is a staple of Japanese flavor. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 2d

Natto is a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans. Sticky, stringy, and full of umami, it’s rich in protein and probiotics. Often enjoyed with rice, soy sauce, and mustard, natto has a strong aroma and texture—loved by many and a bold step for newcomers. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 2d

Dorayaki is a classic Japanese sweet made of two soft, pancake-like cakes filled with sweet red bean paste. Fluffy, comforting, and popular nationwide, it’s often enjoyed as a snack or with tea. Famously loved by the anime character Doraemon, adding to its charm worldwide. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 2d

Dorayaki is a classic Japanese sweet made of two soft, pancake-like cakes filled with sweet red bean paste. Fluffy, comforting, and popular nationwide, it’s often enjoyed as a snack or with tea. Famously loved by the anime character Doraemon, adding to its charm worldwide. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 3d

Kagami-biraki is a Japanese New Year tradition on January 11. Families break and eat kagami mochi offered to the gods, wishing for health and good fortune. Sharing mochi represents unity and strength. Fun fact: samurai once held a similar ritual with sake before battles. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 3d

Kagami-biraki is a Japanese New Year tradition on January 11. Families break and eat kagami mochi offered to the gods, wishing for health and good fortune. Sharing mochi represents unity and strength. Fun fact: samurai once held a similar ritual with sake before battles. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 3d

Somen are thin Japanese wheat noodles enjoyed chilled with dipping sauce in summer. Light, smooth, and refreshing, they’re a classic warm-weather meal. In some places, noodles flow down bamboo flumes (nagashi-somen)—a fun and iconic summer tradition. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 3d

Tamago sando is Japan’s fluffy egg sandwich, made with soft white bread and creamy egg salad seasoned with Japanese mayo. Simple, comforting, and addictive, it’s a convenience store favorite and a beloved breakfast snack across Japan. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 3d

Tamago sando is Japan’s fluffy egg sandwich, made with soft white bread and creamy egg salad seasoned with Japanese mayo. Simple, comforting, and addictive, it’s a convenience store favorite and a beloved breakfast snack across Japan. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 4d

Toshikoshi soba is eaten in Japan on New Year’s Eve to welcome good fortune. The long soba noodles symbolize long life and cutting through hardships. A simple bowl with warm broth or tempura is enjoyed with family to end the year with gratitude and start fresh. #food #japan #japanesefood

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 4d

Onigiri’s history goes back over 1,000 years. It began in the Jomon period as a portable meal and offering with the start of rice farming. In the Edo period, it became common travel food, and wrapping it with Asakusa nori seaweed became the standard style. #food #onigiri #japan

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 4d

Setsubun, celebrated on February 3rd, marks the day before spring in Japan. People throw roasted soybeans (mamemaki) outside or at family members wearing demon masks to drive away evil spirits. It’s also common to eat a whole ehomaki roll for good luck. #food #setsubun #japan

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Japanese Food and Fun Facts @japanfoodguide.bsky.social · 5d

Sushi originated over 1,000 years ago as narezushi, a way to preserve fish with fermented rice. In the Edo period, vinegar replaced fermentation, creating nigiri sushi—fresh fish over vinegared rice—sold as fast food in Tokyo. Today, sushi is Japan’s most iconic cuisine. #food #sushi #japan

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