How to use matcha green tea
What is matcha powder? At its most basic level, matcha is the powdered form of green tea leaves. Matcha green tea powder has been enjoyed in Japan for...
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Your new Japan Centre website
Japan Centre has been a destination for shoppers in London since 1976. In recent years we introduced our online store and gained customers from across the UK and...
Top 10 reasons to visit Mie Prefecture in Japan
Mie Prefecture is a beautiful and serene prefecture of Japan located in Honshu, known for its breath-taking scenery, delicious food and exquisite pearls. Find out what to explore...
Free Toyo Rice pancake tasting and offers in store this weekend
Using 100% rice flour to produce a fluffy, gluten-free batter, come try free pancakes made from Toyo Rice's gourmet pancake mix at Japan Centre and Ichiba London this...
Exploring Ishikawa Prefecture: A Jewel of Traditional Japan
Discover Ishikawa Prefecture during our Ishikawa Fair through their food and produce, including culinary grade gold leaf, rich coffee and premium sake.
World sake day
The celebrations are held annually on 1 October as the beginning of the 10th month signifies sake's 'New Year's Day.' This tradition started in 1978 and has become...
Top 7 delicious Japanese summer desserts
Summer is usually not a popular time to visit Japan. Even though warm weather and longer days make it a perfect time to explore all the country has...
The best traditional Japanese food you must try
There's no question that Japanese food is one of the best in the world. But what exactly makes it so unique?
The beauty of Niigata Prefecture
Located on Japan’s main island, Honshu, Niigata is found in the geographical centre of the Japanese archipelago and offers four distinct seasons – with regional events running all...
Celebrating Shogatsu – New Year in Japan
Find out how to celebrate Shogatsu New Year in Japan
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