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Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo
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Guide to Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Tokyo Everything you need to know about celebrating loved ones the Japanese way By Moa SeraPhoto Credit: Maksym Belchenko on iStockIn Japan, Valentine’s Day works a little differently.
Here’s a breakdown of the main types of Valentine’s Day gift-giving in Japan, and what each one represents.
Types of Valentine’s Day Chocolate in JapanHonmei-chocoPhoto Credit: zepp1969 on iStockHonmei translates roughly as “true feelings.” This chocolate is given to romantic partners or crushes and signals genuine romantic interest.
Handmade Valentine’s ChocolateHandmade chocolate remains one of the most meaningful Valentine’s gifts in Japan, often appreciated as a labor of love.
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