Twitter delighted and terrified by Kyoto building that looks like a robot
Typically when exploring Kyoto, many are in search of its gorgeous shrines, temples, and natural scenery. But for all its fascinating sights and sounds, you…
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Photographer shows why Kyoto’s everyday sights are just as captivating as the big attractions
Home to captivating scenery, historical buildings and attractions, and a thriving center for aspects of Japan’s traditional culture, it’s no wonder Kyoto is hotbed for…
Pokemon food artist turns Jumpluff into traditional Japanese sakura spring sweet
Japanese food artist Ponjiro (@Ponjiro_clay) has a very specific but awesome talent–turning Pokémon into adorable and delicious wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets. Recently, we saw Ponjiro…
Japanese artist’s wool felt Spheal plushie is round, cute and perfect in every way
Potemayo’s creations Japanese artist ぽてまよ Potemayo (@puchikosan154) loves cute creatures and enjoys making plushies out of wool felt and clay. She also loves games like…
Japanese hobbyist crafts stunning mechanized Gundam figure out of LEGO
The world of “Gunpla” (a portmanteau of “Gundam” and “plastic model”) Mobile Suit Gundam models in Japan is filled with talented hobbyists. We’ve seen many…
Photographer captures gorgeous everyday scenes in Japan with Studio Ghibli aura
It can sometimes be strange to use the term “just like an anime” when talking about locations in Japan, because many anime are set…in Japan,…
Japanese snow lantern festival canceled, so snow artist makes Studio Ghibli snowmen outside home instead
As their profile states, Japanese Twitter user Toshinyan (@mokomoko_2015) becomes a “snowman craftsman” when winter rolls around. As you can see from some of their…
Stray cats that saved diorama restaurant from closure during pandemic rampage as kitty kaiju
Diorama Restaurant in Osaka stands out enough on its own. Those looking for a little extra fun with their meal can take in the high…
Maruyasu Tea Co. release artist crayons they claim “produce the colours of Japan”
Japan is a country rich in colour, from the seasons and nature, through to traditions and the culture. For example, think of the first season…
Godzilla, Kamen Rider, UItraman, and Evangelion have dream collaboration in new Shin Japan Heroes Universe
When famed creator of legendary anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion Hideaki Anno and creative collaborator Shinji Higuchi took on the King of the Monsters in…
Learn how to make beautiful Japanese Nerikiri sweets with video series
As you may already know, there are many different types of wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets. According to the National Wagashi Association, there in fact 16…
Dive shop shows the ominous beauty of the Demon King’s Palace in Okinawa
Japan’s Okinawa prefecture is home to many must-see tourist spots and natural attractions, but the name “Palace of the Demon King” may be one that…
How long does it take pro Japanese illustrators to use up a single pen?
Gen and Saya are professional illustrators who do various art projects and share them on their YouTube channel and social media accounts. Very popular, their…
Japanese wool felt artist crafts sea animals so realistic they look like they just jumped out of the ocean
The pool of impressive wool felt artists in Japan seems to be only growing. Just recently we’ve seen genius stretchy shiba inu cheek stress relievers,…
Japan’s cutest bird perfectly recreated as a traditional meal that’s too cute to eat
Japan’s national bird is the green pheasant, but internet fandom might have you convinced its the long-tailed tit. The long-tailed tit, or shima enaga in…