People in Japan are embracing a different way of celebrating Christmas this year, with more opting to stay at home and order high-end dinners amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Instead of dining out at upscale restaurants, people can now enjoy fancy cuisine at home. Sales of cakes are also up and there is demand for toys that offer family entertainment.
Pan-fried lobster and Japanese wagyu steak garnished with foie gras and truffles are being packed in plastic containers this year by Kihachi, a restaurant in Tokyo that specializes in French cuisine.