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Japan’s Iconic Cherry Blossoms Are Blooming Brilliant

Japan’s Iconic Cherry Blossoms Are Blooming Brilliant

In the short but sweet period of late March to mid-April, the blooming of Japan’s world-renowned sakura (cherry blossoms) sweeps the country in a visual spectacle of soft pink flowers. The iconic season attracts visitors from across the globe as sakura’s delicate rosy blossoms blanket the country in pastel splendour. Aussies are travelling to Japan more…

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Kanazawa Castle

10 Pictures That Will Make You Dream Of A Trip To Japan

With Air New Zealand confirming the return of flights to Tokyo this month, the opening of further routes from Australia and New Zealand to Japan via Changi Airport with Singapore Airlines and possible government ‘bubble’ agreements between Australia and Japan paving the way for travel to the country ahead of other international destinations, we’re dreaming…

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Recipe For Tea Lovers: Green Tea Onigiri With Salmon Pearls

Serves 4 INGREDIENTS Sushi vinegar 400ml rice vinegar 250g caster sugar 80g Salt 3.5g kombu (kelp) Sushi Rice 1kg Japanese sushi rice 1.25 litres water, plus extra to soak 15g pure Ceylon tea leaves Caramelised soy sauce 1 green shallot, minced 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger METHOD 1 To make the sushi vinegar, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt and kombu in…

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