Yaseen, Author at Have Ya Seen Japan

Japan and its obsession with matcha green tea

Japan and matcha green tea are totally synonymous as this nation has truly built a culture around the crafting and drinking of this beverage.

Food / Tokyo

Terra Confect’s “Caramel Wich” offers a sweet melty caramel chocolate filling sandwiched between scrumptious caramel-flavored cookies.

Food / Tokyo

In the heart of Tokyo, The Maple Mania Fine Sweets Store is serving up delicious American-inspired maple butter cookie snacks!

Japan is the land of mountains, rivers, and lakes, so I thought I’d piece together my 5 favorite spots in Japan to enjoy views of the water.

Just north of Kyoto is the stunning body of water known as Lake Biwa or “Biwako” in Shiga Prefecture, home to beautiful beaches and resorts.

For the best feeds when you’re short on the dough, Gyomu Super offers incredibly delicious ready-to-eat Japanese and international cuisine!

There’s nothing like Japanese convenience stores to put you at ease with their abundance of gourmet niche items, delicious and affordable!

Just around the corner from Gion-Shijo station by the famous Kamo River, Pontocho Kebab Al Bukhara serves up a succulent halal feed!

Sunflowers are truly a sight to behold in the Japanese summer. These lovely golden petals were spotted in the Fushimi ward of South Kyoto.

Unspoken rules are the essence of Japanese society, as one should act out of a deeper understanding rather than the threat of the law.

7-Eleven and vending machines are your best friends during the Japanese summer, in fact they’re critical for your survival!

If you’re looking to get a solid protein fix but have a tight budget, then these feeds from Japan’s 7-Eleven have you covered!