In a historic recognition of Japan's rich culinary traditions, the country's iconic rice wine, sake, has been added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list. This recognition was made on Wednesday and recognizes the deep-rooted significance that sake has had in Japanese culture, from traditional ceremonies to its pivotal role in modern gastronomy.Sake, arguably …
Remember as a child when you used to enjoy a wide variety of treats such as pop rocks, gummies and tangy candies? These delectable delights often vary from one region to the other. Hajmola is one such treat that is still consumed by many in India. The mini, round-shaped "digestive tablets" have a spicy flavour …
Just as the national capital is battling against air pollution, another fear has come to the fore. The national capital has reported an "isolated" case of Japanese Encephalitis. The case has been identified as a 72-year-old man from west Delhi who was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences on November 3 following …
The world has always been fascinated by the Japanese people. Their culture, hard work, literature, nature, and so much more, has enchanted people. Here we mention 8 iconic books written by Japanese authors or set in Japan that are a book lover’s favourite. Source link
Princess Yuriko, oldest member of Japan's imperial family, dies at 101Photo: Imperial Household Agency Japanese Princess Yuriko, who was the oldest member of the imperial family of Japan, died at the age of 101 years on November 15, 2024 (Friday) in Tokyo. The news of her death was confirmed by the Imperial Household Agency saying …
Japan has long been recognised for its high life expectancy, and many experts attribute this to the Japanese diet. Not only does it emphasize fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients, but recent research suggests it may also have cancer-preventive properties. Osaka Metropolitan University researchers, lead by Associate Professor Akiko Kojima-Yuasa, discovered that nucleic acids found in Japanese foods …
