Meanwhile, confectionery-makers are trying to take advantage of strong demand for chocolate bars from those who make sweets ...

We recently talked about how the custom of sending nengajo, or New Year’s cards, is becoming less common in Japan…but also about how many have regretted quitting the tradition, not realizing how much ...

Starbucks Japan launched 2026 Valentine’s Day collection of drinkware and goods, dubbed Bitter & Sweet, with adorable dog and ...

Priroll revealed new Valentine’s Day cakes and macarons based on Nippon Ichi Software’s Disgaea series and its characters. The company has also opened orders on its website throughout January and ...

TOKYOTOKYO — Activists and LGBTQ+ community members handed out colorful chocolate candy for Valentine’s Day in Tokyo on Wednesday, marking the fifth anniversary of the launch of a legal battle to ...

Today, February 14, is Valentine's Day, a celebration of lovers celebrated around the world. In Japan, far from Western traditions, this celebration takes an unexpected turn. If you thought you knew ...

KUTV — From delicate designs to intricate details, Miyuki beads are more than just accessories. Rode McCune, the owner and CEO at Your Jou Jewelry, spoke to Kari Hawker-Diaz about the jewelry and ...

TOKYO, Feb 14 (Reuters Life!) - Ever since Valentine's Day took off in Japan some four decades ago, the holiday has been celebrated with a twist: women buy chocolates and gifts for men, including ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X TOKYO (AP) — Activists and LGBTQ+ community members handed out colorful chocolate candy for ...