Ornamental dolls play quite a big role in Japanese tradition and culture, and as such, there’s quite a variety when it comes to their types….

Jellyfish are some of the most fascinating creatures in the sea. Unfortunately, while we have no doubt our umbrella-shaped friends are quite appreciated, their stinging…

Japanese miniature artist Mozu (@rokubunnnoichi) crafts some incredibly impressive and lifelike dioramas, but what truly stands out is his “Kobito Series” (Small People Series). The…

A new series: “Words that changed my life” We’re happy to announce the beginning of a new special interview series at grape Japan: “Words that…

Halloween is an annual celebration of frightful fun, but that doesn’t mean every scare is one that was planned. Japanese Twitter user @Mure_1642 found that…

One of Japan’s biggest Halloween celebrations takes place in Shibuya, where giant crowds of costumed party-goers assemble for an evening of frightful fun. One other…

A collaboration project between the new TV animation series Blue Period and the art and communication platform ArtSticker, started on October 22nd and will continue until Jan. 14, 2022….

During early October, I got invited by one of my dear friends to an exhibition in Nihonbashi at the Maruzen Store (丸善 日本橋店). The exhibition featured the artworks…

Back in July, when people in Tokyo looked up at the top of the Cross Shinjuku Building just outside Shinjuku Station’s East Exit, they were…

Normally, if you saw a group of policemen following in a direct line behind a civilian on their bikes, you might get the idea that…

PONO (@joyeux_ponopono) is a manicurist who travels to the homes of her clients for treatments. Recently, she received an unexpected “unique request” from a sushi-loving…

Toru Narita is most famous his work on the Ultraman series, particularly his creative monster design, but took much inspiration from oni, the demons of…

Total Beauty Company’s subsidiary, “ukafe” is celebrating this year’s Halloween with special Halloween themed cat cookies! They are going on sale on October 18th at…

At temples in Japan, there’s usually a chozu (purifying water basin) to wash your mouth and hands as a way of cleansing prior to praying….

After a 2 year hiatus, Suminoe Art Beat festival is set to return to the Creative Center Osaka in Kitagaya, Suminoe on the 14th of…