"もったいない" What a Waste!
The idea of "mottainai" is deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, and reflects the belief that resources should be valued and waste avoided. At Shotengai, we strive to uphold this ethos by promoting sustainable products and minimizing waste wherever possible.
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Finding allergy-friendly options can be challenging. Fortunately, our Shotengai box provides tasty alternatives that you can safely enjoy!
Japanese Scenery (IV): Ueno Park
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Ueno Koen (Ueno Park) is a large park in central Tokyo, covering an area of about 53,000 square meters. Established in 1873, Ueno Park was the first park in Japan. Its lovely cherry blossoms attract millions of visitors annually, making it one of the most popular city parks in Japan.
Japanese Scenery (II): Nara Park
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The biggest attraction of Nara Park is the deer. 1,200 semi-wild deer roam the park and nearby mountains. In Nara Park, you can play with the deer and feed them shika senbei (deer crackers). There are also beautiful temples and shrines in Nara Park!
Japanese Scenery (I): Fujisan
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Fujisan (Mount Fuji) is the sacred mountain of Japan. For thousands of years, numerous artworks depicted its breathtaking beauty. Many shrines and temples were built around and on it to enshrine it. As Japan's most famous place of interest, there are many ways to enjoy Fujisan.
Japanese Religion (I): Shinto and Shrine
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Do you feel familiar with this emoji: ⛩？ Few people will feel difficult to connect this icon with Japan. As one of the most famous iconic symbols, Torii represents Japanese culture and Japanese religion. Torii is the gate of the Japanese Shinto Shrine. Here is the article to tell you more about Japanese Shinto and Shrine.
