From Hatsumōde to Omikuji: The First Spiritual Steps of the Japanese New Year
A Sacred Beginning: The Meaning of Hatsumōde Every New Year, millions of people across Japan take their first steps of the year not to a party or a shopping mall, but to a Shinto shrine...
Osechi Ryori: The Traditional Flavors of the Japanese New Year
A Culinary Symbol of New Beginnings Each New Year in Japan, the comforting aroma of traditional dishes fills the home, mingling with the laughter of families gathered together.In Japanese culture, Osechi Ryori symbolizes a fresh...
Oshōgatsu: A Journey to Discover the Traditional New Year Culture of Japan
The Spiritual Essence of Japanese New Year: Kadomatsu, Shimenawa, and Kagami Mochi The Japanese New Year, or Oshōgatsu, is not only celebrated through rituals and cuisine but is also marked by meaningful decorations that embody...
The Roots and Spirit of Japanese New Year (Oshōgatsu)
Oshōgatsu, the Japanese New Year, is the most important annual celebration in Japan. During this time, streets grow quiet, the gentle scent of incense fills homes, and families carefully prepare their first ceremonial meal of...
PROMOTING VIETNAM–JAPAN COOPERATION IN ADVANCED FOOD PRESERVATION TECHNOLOGY
On October 15, 2025, in Hanoi, a working session was held between Bao Minh Confectionery Joint Stock Company—a traditional Vietnamese confectionery brand with more than 30 years of preserving culinary heritage; Freund Corporation (Japan)—a pioneering...
