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The history behind Japan's famous shokuhin sampuru is vast, which has led to an industry that has created a craft that continues to be passed down to new generations. This art form first began in the 1920s in an effort to promote different meals in department stores, allowing passersby to visually experience food before placing an order. This revolutionary approach inspired an entire industry when Takizō Iwasaki came into the picture, who launched his business in 1932. Iwasaki Mokei Seizo Co., Ltd today dominates 70% of Japan’s sampuru market, a testament to the enduring effectiveness of his original vision. While most people in Japan encounter sampuru in eatery windows, its applications extend far beyond the restaurant industry. Read this article to learn more about shokuhin sampuru, its many uses, and how the Iwasaki Mokei Seizo Co., Ltd continues to transform & evolve today to create a better product! 👉 https://bit.ly/4mSGGD8 #JapanHouseLA #JHLALooksDelicious #FoodReplica

November 3 is Culture Day in Japan! 🇯🇵 To commemorate the new Constitution of Japan, the day celebrates Japanese culture as a reflection of freedom and peace. The holiday is typically celebrated by visiting art galleries and museum, festivals, or experiencing Japanese culture through tea ceremony, traditional performing arts and more. Why not drop by JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles and visit our current exhibition, Looks Delicious! to celebrate both food replica and Japanese culture? #CultureDay #JapanHoliday #Culture #JapanHouseLA

👀 Feast your eyes on the mouthwatering food replicas → then head out to try the real thing at local restaurants & cafés. Got a sweet tooth? One of the most beloved desserts at a kissaten (Japanese café) is the Japanese parfait—a beautifully layered French-style creation that’s as elegant as it is indulgent. 🍨 Think matcha, mochi, and seasonal fruits coming together in a glass of pure artistry. Like many yōshoku (Western-style) dishes, parfaits became popular in the late 19th century and soon became a cultural staple. Today, you’ll find endless creative takes across Japan, such as Hokkaido Prefecture's “Shime Parfait” (closing parfait), which was introduced as a post-meal treat. The sweetest part is that you don't need to travel all the way to Hokkaido for this sweet treat. Japanese-style parfaits are served right here in Los Angeles! ✨ Tsubaki LA — an izakaya with a rich, uniquely flavored hojicha parfait. ✨ Yamari Matcha — authentic matcha from Japan, perfect for a classic matcha parfait! ✨ Kansha Creamery — handmade ice cream and matcha parfaits complete with cornflakes. 📸 Joining us for our Matcha Parfait WORKSHOP? Tag us in a side-by-side photo: your matcha parfait creation next to a real parfait from one of the listed spots! #JAPANHOUSELA #matcha #parfait #LooksDelicious #foodinLA #placestoeatinLA #japanesefood #FakeFoodRealCravings #FoodieWeekend

From serene garden ponds to winding countryside canals, koi fish can be found in every corner of Japan. These shimmering fish remain timeless symbols of beauty and resilience, their cultural significance spanning centuries of art and mythology. A new article in Metropolis Japan lists unique and surprising spots to encounter these tranquil creatures. Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4nWmSPr #JHLA #JapanHouseLA #koi #Tokyo #travel #Japan

This season, UKA invites you to savor the flavors of autumn with our new fall menu. Our fall omakase menu captures autumn’s essence through carefully curated courses, each showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients in an elegant harmony of time and place. Reserve your seat at the table — and discover the artistry behind Japan’s most refined culinary tradition. ✨ Menu is subject to change based on ingredient availability and seasonal inspiration. For the most current menu details, please contact us directly. #UKA #JapanHouseLA #Harvest #FallMenu #LAFoodie #JapaneseFood #Kaiseki

👀 Feast your eyes on the mouthwatering food replicas → then head out to try the real thing at local restaurants & cafés. This week, we’re spotlighting a global favorite: pasta! 🍝 In Japan, itameshi (Italian-Japanese fusion) gives classic pasta dishes a delicious twist, blending familiar flavors with local flair. It’s one of the most beloved styles of yōshoku — Western-inspired comfort food with a uniquely Japanese touch! 🇯🇵✨ This week, we’re spotlighting a global favorite: pasta! 🍝In Japan, itameshi blends Italian classics with local flair, creating Western-inspired comfort food with a uniquely Japanese twist. Case in point: Napolitan Pasta. Despite its name, it didn’t come from Naples—it was invented in postwar Japan and is now a beloved itameshi favorite. Our exhibition even features a life-like Napolitan replica that’s almost too good to resist! 🍽️ Check out these spots in LA to try Napolitan and other itameshi delights. ✨ Unico Tokyo Pasta — a sleek new spot in Redondo Beach! ✨ Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory — a gleaming example of the itameshi style. ✨ PASTA e PASTA by Allegro — Perfect blend of Japanese and Italian flavors in DTLA. Celebrate World Pasta Day and tag us in a side-by-side photo during your foodie adventures when you try the real thing! #JAPANHOUSELA #pasta #WorldPastaDay #LooksDelicious #foodinLA #placestoeatinLA #japanesefood #FakeFoodRealCravings #FoodieWeekend

Known for breathtaking nature, fresh seafood, and snowy landscapes, Hokkaido Prefecture is a paradise for outdoor and food lovers alike. Hokkaido is also home to the Ainu indigenous people, whose deep respect for nature and vibrant traditions continue to shape the region’s culture today. Traces of their culture can be found everywhere in Hokkaido, from its capital city Sapporo having an Ainu-origin name to beautifully preserved heritage villages. In our Looks Delicious! | Exploring Japan’s Food Replica Culture exhibition, discover replicas of iconic regional dishes from each prefecture, celebrating the diversity of Japan’s culinary traditions. 🗾 Hokkaido Prefecture Kaisen-don (Seafood Rice Bowl) Ohaw Soup (Ainu Traditional Dish) Learn more about Hokkaido from JNTO’s website: https://bit.ly/4ntmYxq #JHLA #JHLALooksDelicious #Hokkaido #Ainu #VisitJapan #Seafood #FoodReplica

Whether you’ve wandered the bustling streets of Tokyo or quaint countryside roads, you’ve probably encountered one of Japan’s many iconic convenience stores, or konbini. Family Mart, also called Famima, stands as one of the core konbini, famous for its spicy FamiChiki breaded chicken! 🍗 Beyond tasty snack offerings, branded apparel has become a hot collectible for locals and tourists alike, and now there is an entire shop dedicated to it. The new store, simply called Famima, stocks clothing exclusively from the beloved convenience store chain. Proudly flaunt your style and love of all things Family Mart! Read more at Japan News Today 👉 https://bit.ly/4nPBqjD #JHLA #JapanHouseLosAngeles #FamilyMart #Famima #konbini #Jfashion

Craft your perfect bentō (packed meal) using food replicas at Looks Delicious! | Exploring Japan’s Food Replica Culture! 🍱 Make your own balanced meal using a playful assortment of replica ingredients with this hands-on activity that draws on Japan's love of visually pleasing meals. Create your own unique masterpiece, snap a photo and tag @japanhousela to share with us and your friends! 📸✨ Visit us at our Level 2 Gallery in Ovation Hollywood from now until January 25, 2026 to see all kinds of colorful and realistic food replicas! 🔗 https://bit.ly/3Jfh44B #JapanHouseLA #JHLALooksDelicious #BentoBox #ThingsToDoinLA #ShokuhinSampuru #FoodReplica #IwasakiMokei

👀 Feast your eyes on the mouthwatering food replicas → then head out to try the real thing at local restaurants & cafés. With over 100 food replicas featured in our “Looks Delicious!” exhibition, you might spot dishes you have never encountered! One might be omurice, a beloved Japanese comfort food - Picture fluffy eggs draped over rice, often filled with flavorful ingredients and topped with ketchup or demi-glace sauce!🍳🍚 Have we sparked your appetite for omurice yet? Check out some favorite local spots this weekend: ✨ Suehiro Cafe Little Tokyo — historic Little Tokyo eatery with countless yoshoku comfort dishes! ✨ Ojiya Torrance Japanese cuisine — laid-back izakaya with a very popular omurice. ✨ Red Rock — Japan-based chain with locations right here in town. Include us in your weekend foodie adventures! 📷 Tag us in a side-by-side photo of our replica and your real dish! #JAPANHOUSELA #omurice #LooksDelicious #foodinLA #placestoeatinLA #japanesefood #FakeFoodRealCravings #FoodieWeekend