We would like to introduce our recently launched new website, Nara Time (http://narajikan.jp), which publishes captivating information on the history and culture of Nara, as well as stories from producers of Yamato Tea, Kotoka Strawberries and Japanese Sake. Nara Time can be viewed in five languages, Japanese, English, French, Chinese and Korean. If you are coming to Nara, please take a look at our website beforehand!
Yamato Tea
Nara is one of the major producers of green tea in Japan and the city’s tea-making history dates back 1200 years. The tea produced locally, Yamato Tea, is grown primarily in a mountainous natural environment such as the areas of Tsukigase, Tahara and Yagyu in Nara. On the website, you can read stories from ten producers of Yamato Tea.
Kotoka Strawberry
In the hope that the strawberries will become the new speciality (ka) of the ancient city (koto) Nara, this new variety of strawberry was named Kotoka and was formally registered in 2011. The sweet, rich and juicy taste, in addition to the sweet and sour aroma make these strawberries irresistible. On the website you can read stories from five producers of Kotoka strawberries.
Japanese Sake
Since Washoku (Japanese style food) was recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013, together with other Washoku, Japanese sake has gained worldwide attention. As the national drink, Japanese sake has been offered to gods since ancient times and has been an essential part of celebrations and festivities in Japan. It can be said that Japanese sake is a sacred part of the Japanese culture. Nara is believed to be the birthplace of Japanese sake. On the website
you can read stories from six producers of Nara Sake. 
〇Website: http://narajikan.jp/en/
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