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Mountain Day is a national holiday celebrated in August 11 in appreciation of Japan's beautiful mountains. Learn about Japan's mountain ascetic hermits, Yamabushi, Mount Fuji travel tips, and why these rugged peaks are so treasured among Japanese.

Learn about one of Japan's biggest matsuri ever, Awa Odori! Held in Tokushima prefecture, this dance festival invites members of the public to join in!

Did you know that two of Japan’s big three festivals happen in July? The first is Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri, which we’ve already discussed. The second is one near and dear to our hearts, the Osaka Tenjin Matsuri.

Japan has tons of amazing festivals, but three stand out as the country’s “Big 3 Festivals”. One stands out as a Kyoto original festival that attracts tons of people every year and has its own regional variations. That festival is Gion Matsuri, and we’ve put together an in-depth guide this amazing, culture-filled festival.

Japan has a thing for festivals and holidays where the month and day line up. We enjoy Dolls Day on March 3 as well as Children’s Day on May 5. July 7 also has a fun festival here that centers around star-crossed lovers and wishes and dates back almost 1300 years.

Have you ever seen “sauce-flavored” Japanese food and wondered what it is? Never fear – Nakama Noodles is here to help you unveil the mystery behind this mysterious condiment. Whether it be tonkatsu, okonomiyaki, takoyaki, or yakisoba, there's no question that...