Is it better to buy a kitchen knife set or individual knives?
One of the most popular questions that arise when investing in new kitchen knives is whether to buy a kitchen knife set or individual knives.…
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How to Kintsugi: 3 Step DIY Tutorial
For detailed instructions for How to Kintsugi in Japanese and English check out this DYI tutorial This is a 3 Step Turorial for our Minowa…
Guide to Buying your First Japanese Knife
Looking to buy a Japanese knife? Confused by the choices? Not sure where to start? Well, look no further, this guide will help you identify…
Can cooking benefit your mental health?
There are plenty of articles out there discussing ways in which cooking can benefit your mental health. Just think about all the professional terminologies that…
Ideas for celebrating big occasions at home
As a result of the pandemic many of us had to cancel or re-planned celebrations. So how can we celebrate big occasions at home during…
How to overcome cooking fatigue
As restaurants remain closed due to the covid-19 pandemic we are spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Many people are now dealing with…
12 Cooking Tips You’d Wish You Learnt Sooner
We've done some research and come up with 13 cooking tips that will help any cook. Some of which you'd wish you learnt sooner. …
Best Valentine’s day gifts for your loved one
Valentine’s day is just around the corner. If you’re one of those couples that give each other gifts, have you chosen a gift yet? If…
Valentine’s day ideas for quarantine
Don't let quarantine and social distancing stop you from celebrating Valentine's day with your significant other. Here are 10 Valentine's day ideas for quarantine to…
How to find your Ikigai
Ikigai is a Japanese concept linked to one’s purposes and values. There is no direct English translation but it refers to the reason you get…
Knife hacks for perfect cutting
In today's post we have selected 5 knife hacks for perfect cutting. Knife hack 1: Use the spine of the knife The spine of…
How to make a charcuterie board
Charcuterie boards have become increasingly popular nowadays. Not only are they delicious and enjoyed by many, they also make for the perfect Instagram post. With…
The concept of wabi-sabi in wooden objects
In this article we will explore how the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi is found in wooden objects. But first, it is important to understand what…
Wooden handles: Maple burl vs Cherry wood
Before we can go into the details of each wood type, we must identify what makes wooden handles so good. So why opt for wooden…
Best way to store kitchen knives around children
The kitchen is filled with appliances and utensils that can be dangerous to have around children. Kitchen knives are one of the main ones. Therefore,…
How To Organise Your Fridge: Zero Waste
How many times has finding space for your groceries in the fridge felt like making a complicated jigsaw puzzle? If your answer is more than…
How to Host An Unforgettable Dinner Party
It is no secret that hosting a dinner party can be very stressful. It involves countless tasks: setting the table, cooking a delicious meal, cleaning…
How to cut onions without crying
It is a known fact around the world that cutting onions will make you cry. But have you ever stopped and asked yourself why this…
12 things every home cook should have in their kitchen
With all the countless one-purpose kitchen tools out there it can be hard to identify what are the most essential tools in the kitchen. To…
10 Christmas Gift Ideas For Him (Inspired By Japan)
Our guide will give you plenty of gift ideas to help you choose the perfect gift for him. Whether you’re searching for something traditional, useful…
10 Christmas Gift Ideas For Her (Inspired By Japan)
With Christmas just around the corner, we have come up with 10 Christmas gift ideas for those special women in your life. Think mothers, sisters,…
What makes Japanese Kitchen Knives so good?
Japanese knives have become an essential kitchen tool for any chef or home cook. But what exactly is it that makes Japanese knives so good?…
11 best Kitchen Gifts For Christmas
For too long, kitchen gifts have been associated with poor taste, single use products. Think about the numerous novelty aprons and mugs that you’ve been…
4 Knife Safety Tips
Here at Japana, we want to ensure our knives are used safely. This is why we have come up with 4 knife safety tips we…
7 Ways you are accidentally hurting your kitchen knives
Like most things, knives need to be treated with respect so that they can perform in the best way possible. We have identified 7 ways…
Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette: Personal Habits
This is the fifth blog in our series of Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette (How not to Faux Pas). In particular, it will discuss personal…
Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette: Business Meetings
This blog is the fourth one in our series of Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette (How not to Faux Pas). In particular, it will clear…
Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette: Business attire
This blog is the third one in our series of Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette (How not to Faux Pas). In particular, it will clear…
Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette: Business Cards
This blog is the second one in our series of Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette (How not to Faux Pas). In particular, it will clear…
Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette: Greetings and Bowing
This blog is the first one in our series of Secrets of Japanese Business Etiquette (How not to Faux Pas). In particular, it will clear…
