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Guide to Japanese Vending Machines 2024

Guide to Japanese Vending Machines 2024

By Adam Johnson Aug 15, 2024

Ever since the first vending machine launched in Japan in 1888 in the form of a tobacco dispenser, these self-serve machines have become a defining part of modern Japanese life...

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5 Must-See Autumn Festivals in Japan

5 Must-See Autumn Festivals in Japan

By Adam Johnson Aug 15, 2024

There are many incredible Japanese autumn festivals that celebrate the country’s rich history as well as its unique and long-enduring Shinto religion. If you’ve been thinking of an autumn trip...

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Guide to Matsuri: Japanese Summer Festivals in Osaka

Guide to Matsuri: Japanese Summer Festivals in Osaka

By Adam Johnson Jun 24, 2024

Matsuris have a long, storied history in Japan, dating back to the beginnings of the Shinto religion. Nowadays, they are often multi-day celebrations that occur throughout Japan, particularly in the...

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All About Anko: Japanese Red Bean Paste Guide

All About Anko: Japanese Red Bean Paste Guide

By Adam Johnson Jun 24, 2024

Anko, also known as Japanese red bean paste, is a popular ingredient that features in a wide variety of Japanese treats, including the popular confectioneries known as Wagashi. In this...

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Definitive Guide to Japanese Konbini

Definitive Guide to Japanese Konbini

By Adam Johnson Jun 21, 2024

Over their relatively short life, konbinis have become an essential part of Japanese life - especially for those living in urban areas. In this blog, we’ll provide you with an...

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Japanese Snack Boxes - Perfect as a Mother's Day Gift

Japanese Snack Boxes - Perfect as a Mother's Day Gift

By Adam Johnson May 23, 2024

Make Mother’s Day extra special this Sunday with our authentic ‘Japan gifts for her’.  Carefully curated by our team of working moms in Osaka, Sakura Box has a fantastic range...

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A Definitive Guide to the Japanese Tea Ceremony

A Definitive Guide to the Japanese Tea Ceremony

By Adam Johnson May 23, 2024

For the Japanese, the preparation of tea comes with a rich history of culture and tradition dating all the way back to AD 900.  It can take many years for...

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Sakura Blossom Season in Japan

Sakura Blossom Season in Japan

By Adam Johnson Mar 28, 2024

During springtime in Japan, the locals there celebrate the beautiful time of year with outdoor festivals and family picnics. The interesting part is that these events all have one thing...

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Top 10 Best Japanese Kit Kat Flavors, Ranked

Top 10 Best Japanese Kit Kat Flavors, Ranked

By Adam Johnson Jan 25, 2024

When it comes to experiencing Japanese candy, none are more famed and more eccentric to onlookers than the range of KitKats available. Here in the States, Nestlé seems to have...

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Okashi Tenjikai Exhibition

Okashi Tenjikai Exhibition

By Adam Johnson Aug 9, 2023

Sakura Box recently had the opportunity to attend the annual 'Okashi Tenjikai' (Confectionery Exhibition), held at My Dome Exhibition Center in Osaka.   The invitation only event showcases Japan's biggest confectionery...

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