Japanese cuisine is deeply rooted in the art of seasoning, influenced by centuries of regional diversity and the harmony of nature and craftsmanship. In Wakayama, the citrusy, spicy Budō Sansho adds complexity to both traditional and modern dishes. The region is also known for its time-honored soy sauce and miso-brewing traditions, passed through the Nomura family since 1688, where slow-cooked soybeans and fire-roasted wheat are fermented with koji mold to create rich, umami-filled flavors. In F

Togakushi Okusha 戸隠奥社 Enshrined deity ‘Ame-no-Tachikarao-no-Mikoto’ History and Blessings This shrine was originally made for enshrining Ame-no-Tachikarao-no-Mikoto (the deity of power) at the foot of Mt. Togakushi. This deity is responsible in one of Japan's myths for opening a rock door to a cave entrance with his divine power in order to bring out Amaterasu-Omikami (the deity of the sun and love) who was hiding within. As the main shrine of Togakushi Shrine, the Okusha shrine offers blessings