Rakes, roosters, and beautiful fall foliage–November has arrived! Month Name–Shimotsuki In November, temperatures are beginning to drop, and in areas where there is grass or a bit of garden, you…
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Ginnan: The Stinky But Savory and Delicious Ginkgo Nut
This year, the lively and fun autumn festivals in Japan have been canceled, like so many other public events. But nothing can stop the seasons from happening in order, just…
Otsukimi: Japan’s Mid-Fall Harvest Moon Festival
What Is Otsukimi? September is almost gone. The sun’s beams are a little gentler, the wind is crisper, and nights are cooler. At least here in Japan, after a particularly…