On Nov. 23, Japan will celebrate Labor Thanksgiving Day. Chances are it won't look anything like what Americans will take part in on their Thanksgiving on Nov. 26.
The ideal way to spend Thanksgiving in the United States (and in Canada, which celebrated the holiday on Oct. 12) is by enjoying a feast with your loved ones in the comfort of your own home. North Americans living in Japan, however, may not have access to the essentials that will make this kind of experience possible — maybe there's a lack of ingredients, cooking spaces are small or you don't have an oven. But it's not impossible to get a taste of home if you know where to look.
First, let's give thanks for the Internet. There are a couple of online stores that sell the ingredients needed for traditional holiday foods. Everything from desserts to side dishes can be found at the Foreign Buyers' Club, which also has turkeys. If we're talking turkey, though, The Meat Guy also has you covered and has some alternatives when it comes to a main dish.