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Food  >> more info
Dietary staple: rice. In addition to rice, Japanese like bread and noodles and enjoy a wide array of meats, fishes, vegetables, and fruits.

A typical Japanese meal:

Photos courtesy of JNTO (spring, fall, winter) and the Japan Forum (summer)

Clothing
Traditional clothing: kimono. Still worn for special occasions, such as the Shichi-go-san (Seven-five-three) ceremony (a time when parents pray for the health of their children) and the New Year. A lightweight, informal kimono known as yukata is worn by children and young adults at summer festivals, fireworks, and other special occasions.  >> more info

Everyday clothing:

Housing

Photos courtesy of the Japan Forum