Haunted Japanese Heritage

An eerie traditional Japanese kitchen at night, featuring a clay pot (donabe) with bubbling black liquid, glowing herbs on a wooden table, and a shadowy figure visible outside the window under the moonlight.

What is Rice Porridge with Seven Herbs?

On January 7th, Japanese families traditionally eat nanakusa-gayu, or “rice po ...

Haunted Japanese Heritage

Two-tiered kagami mochi with a tangerine on top, placed on a wooden stand in a dimly lit Japanese room with glowing candles and shoji screens in the background.

The Ominous Legend Hidden in Kagami Mochi

Kagami mochi, the iconic decoration of the New Year in Japan, is a symbol of ...

Haunted Japanese Heritage

An ancient Japanese temple bell illuminated by red-tinted moonlight, hanging in a traditional bell tower with eerie shadows and mist in the background.

What Does the Joyanokane Really Mean?

On New Year’s Eve, the sound of temple bells—known as Joyanokane—rings out acros ...

Haunted Japanese Heritage

A beautifully decorated Japanese strawberry shortcake on a traditional dining table, surrounded by warm candlelight and festive Christmas decorations.

The Strange Tale of a Christmas Cake

When you think of Christmas in Japan, two things often come to mind: “KFC&# ...