The Great Reopening

this week's most popular posts and other tidbits from around Japan

Japan's ancient calendar of 72 seasons No. 46 Thunder Lowers Its Voice Last Thursday was the autumnal equinox: the official start of fall.  With it brings the time of year when the thunder gods, having been active throughout the summer, settle down to rest. As temperatures fall, dark clouds give way to clearer skies. (Do you want more seasonal events, recipes, poems and art in your inbox? Become a member!) the spoon & tamago dispatch A guide to Odawara The big news last week was that Japan, after 3 long years, is finally reopening its borders to tourism on October 11th. So in anticipation, our newsletter this week is dedicated to highlighting some of our favorite spots in Japan that you might not find in your common guides. We'll start with Odawara, a coastal town that's an easy day-trip from Tokyo. See all our guides... Ginzan Onsen Next is Ginzan Onsen, an achingly photogenic hot spring town in the Yamagata region of Northern Japan. Literally meaning 'silver mountain,' the location became famous for its old-Japan look and feel after it was used for the site of the period drama Oshin. See all our guides... Hokkaido Although it's more of a summer destination, Hokkaido is one of our favorite places in all of Japan. Rolling hills, hike-able mountains, great food and lots of public art are just a few of the things that make Hokkaido great. See all our guides If you enjoy our content, the best way to support us is to become a member. You'll get perks like exclusive content, shop discounts and more! tidbits from all corners of Japan Japan's sauna craze has progressed to the point of in-home sauna offerings. Just 1.2 million yen ($8500 usd) Japan's aversion to crust is so extreme they routinely cut off and discard sandwich crust. Now, the imperial hotel has developed crustless bread.   A logical progression as opposed to—oh I don't know—just eating the crust. From the Shop Images of Tokyo For those who prefer to remember their time in Japan, our prints of notable locations in Tokyo offer the perfect way to bring remnants of the city into your home. Each artistic image, created by designer Megumi Takami, come frames so all you have to do is hang it up. view the collection Copyright © 2022 Spoon & Tamago, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Spoon & Tamago 794 Dekalb Ave Apt A8 New York, New York 10112 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.