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Thewinter in Japan is truly a magical experience. While it’s chilly and snowing outside, inside, it’s kotatsu (a low table with a heater underneath) and hot bath season, and the perfect time to try out some winter delicacies. There’s nothing like sitting down with a book and some fresh oranges or a bowl of steaming hot oden (Japanese fishcake stew). Japan has a handful of incredible winter food specialties– read on to learn about them and choose your favorite to indulge in. 1. Christmas cakeWhat may be the perfect winter treat of all, the Japanese Christmas Cake is an absolute work of art. Mad…