FJM Blog
Welcome to the official blog of Freedom Japanese Market, your source for authentic Japanese snack boxes delivered worldwide! As a family-run company based in Japan, we’re passionate about sharing not just our favorite treats, but also the rich culture and everyday life that make Japan so unique. Here, you’ll find fun and tasty insights into Japanese food, traditions, and local experiences. Come explore Japan with us—one snack at a time!
The Story of Freedom Japanese Market
How a Small Family Project Became One of Japan’s Original Snack Subscription Boxes There are probably easier businesses to start than shipping Japanese snacks around the world from a small town in Japan. At least, that’s what we tell ourselves now. It has been quite a...
Hanami in Japan: Cherry Blossom Viewing & Spring Traditions
Hanami in Japan: A Season of Cherry Blossoms, Picnics, and Fleeting Beauty If you find yourself in Japan at the beginning of spring, you might notice something unusual happening. Parks begin to fill earlier than usual. Blue picnic sheets appear under trees that, just...
The Spirit of Gratitude: November and Japan’s Labor Thanksgiving Day
November in Japan is a season wrapped in warmth — not just from cozy autumn sweaters or the rich colors of turning leaves, but from something deeper: gratitude.It’s a time when the Japanese people pause to reflect, appreciate, and give thanks — to nature, to hard...
🎋 Shichi-Go-San: Japan’s Adorable Festival for Growing Up — and a Special Birthday, Too!
Japan is famous for its beautiful seasonal traditions, but few are as heartwarming — or as adorable — as Shichi-Go-San (七五三), the Festival of 7-5-3. Every November, families across Japan celebrate the healthy growth of their children with elegant kimono, sweet candy...
🍁 Momiji Season: Autumn Leaves and Seasonal Flavors in Japan
When autumn arrives in Japan, the air becomes crisp, the skies turn clear, and the landscapes burst into brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold. This breathtaking display of nature is called “Momiji” (紅葉)—a word that specifically refers to Japanese maple leaves...
🎃 Kabocha (Pumpkins): Japan’s Answer to Autumn Comfort Food
When the weather turns cool in Japan, one ingredient appears everywhere — kabocha (Japanese pumpkin). With its sweet, nutty flavor and velvety texture, kabocha is the star of autumn cooking, showing up in everything from homestyle soups to crispy croquettes and even...
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