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These square cloths from Japan are practical and wonderfully versatile. Furoshiki can be used perfectly as packaging, tote bags, or accessories, and are highly customizable. Especially during the holiday season, Japanese cloths offer a high-quality and environmentally friendly alternative to ordinary gift wrapping. Give your next gift a personal, creative touch with a Furoshiki wrap. Learn how to fold it with guaranteed success and enjoyment.

When you think of "Japanese food," rice may immediately come to mind. Rightly so: Indeed, it appears to be the number one staple in Japanese cuisine, where rice comes in many different varieties, preparations, and dishes. Aesthetic is highly valued in the selection of rice varieties, and the grain symbolizes strength, beauty, as well as a healthy and happy life.

Do you already know this popular Japanese specialty? Sukiyaki is one of the hot pot dishes (Nabemono) and is eaten in Japan similar to the fondue known to us. It's also served on New Year's Day - so the transition to the cold season is the perfect opportunity to try the recipe for this warming Japanese stew.

As a visitor to Japan, especially on business, you will sooner or later realize that communication works very differently here. Politeness is very important in Japan, which is reflected throughout the language - especially in Japanese forms of address. Hierarchy and respect for elders is very pronounced here and should definitely be observed. So if you don't want to offend anyone, you need to know how to address someone properly. But how?

In Japan, tea is much more than just a beverage. It represents an entire culture and has influenced art and architecture for centuries. Those who follow the "Way of Tea" are not only given a long, healthy life but also the wisdom of generations.

High-quality cast iron has very good properties and is perfect for preparing delicious and healthy food. Cleaning and caring for a cast iron pan is easy. Here you can find out what you need to do to keep your cast iron pan for a long time.

Furoshiki embodies function and minimalism. A single cloth can be used for many different purposes. Its primary function is wrapping various objects, from round sake bottles to square boxes. Bento boxes are also commonly wrapped in furoshiki. And when not in use, furoshiki can be folded and stored very compactly.