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“Kyoto Vegetable Jam”: Healthy, Handmade Jam from Japan

Food&Drink

Unique Gifts from Japan! Handmade Vegetable Jam Made with Vegetables from Kyoto

2026.05.31

NEW Hi there, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times! ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital, is famous as a region where a wide variety of crops are gr

“Dashidori”—Drinkable Dashi in a Drip Bag

Food&Drink

Enjoy the Rich Umami Flavor of Japan in a Convenient and Healthy Way. “Dashidori”—Drinkable Dashi in Drip Bags

2026.05.29

NEW Hi there, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times! ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ In 2013, Japanese cuisine was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage as part

A collaboration between “Milk Manju Tsukigesho,” a classic Osaka souvenir, and Animate

Food&Drink

A collaboration between “Milk Manju Tsukigesho,” a classic Osaka souvenir, “and animate”

2026.05.20

Hi there, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times. Do you all know about “Milk Manju: Tsukigesho,” a classic Osaka souvenir, and “animate,” the specialty st

“JEUGIA Sanjo Main Store”: A Recommended Music Store in Kyoto, Japan

experience Goods

“JEUGIA Sanjo Main Store”: A Recommended Music Store in Kyoto, Japan

2026.05.19

Hi there, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times! ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ Located in Sanjo, a popular tourist spot in Kyoto, is the music store “JEUGIA Sanjo Main S

Japanese Umbrella Brand “Wpc.” 4 Must-Have UV Umbrellas for 2026

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Japanese Umbrella Brand “Wpc.”
4 Must-Have UV Umbrellas for 2026

2026.05.06

Hello, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times.╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ It’s spring in Japan. Warmer days are becoming more frequent, and the sun is starting to get a

Japanese outdoor brand “LOGOS” New Pokémon-themed items are now available!

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Japanese Outdoor Brand “LOGOS” New Pokémon Design items are now available!

2026.04.27

Hi there, I’m Hakoboya, the Souvenir Promotion Captain for Kodawari Times! ╭(·ᴗ·)╮╰(·ᴗ·)╯ One of the biggest news stories of 2026 is that the Japanese game series “Pokémon” has cel

Experience Japan’s Incense Culture at “Kaorihaku 2026”

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Experience Japan’s Incense Culture “Kaorihaku 2026” to Be Held in Ginza, Kyoto, and Kamakura

2026.04.24

Dating back to the 6th century with the introduction of Buddhism, Japan’s incense culture boasts a history of over 1,400 years. These traditional Japanese fragrances, which spread

“Monpoké ,” a Japanese brand for babies and children

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Perfect for baby showers! Japanese baby and toddler brand “Monpoké” The Spring/Summer 2026 collection is here

2026.04.20

Hello, I’m Rina, a writer for Kodawari Times. Pokémon is a Japanese video game character with fans all over the world. While a wide variety of Pokémon merchandise is available, did