Shinjuku’s Isetan releases gorgeous collection of Taisho Era kimonos and accessories
Shinjuku’s Isetan department store has announced an event called Taisho Roman Hyakkaten DX from July 28th to August 2nd. From antique kimono, to modern clothing…
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Stunning photo of Mt. Fuji floating in night sky wows internet
As an iconic symbol of Japan’s natural beauty and UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s easy to understand why many photographers in Japan fill their portfolios…
Japanese cafe’s novel-inspired jelly is a galactic treat for the eyes
Yamaneko Café (@yamaneko_coffee) is, as its name suggests (“neko” meaning “cat” in Japanese), is a café that receives visits from cats in the neighborhood located…
Masterpieces by Leonardo Nya Vinci and Johannes Ferneko on display in Ikebukuro
Dive into the furtastical world of the CAT ART Exhibition, featuring gathered masterpieces ‘created’ by famous cat painters such as Johannes Ferneko and Leonardo Nya…
“Funny faces”: Japanese paper animation artist crafts amazing story of bond between father and son
There is no doubt that parents and children share a very personal bond that can help lift one another up out of tough times. This…
TeamLab Planet’s Floating Flower Garden unveils exclusive original blue orchid at new exhibit
Art museum teamLab Planets Tokyo DMM is celebrating the three year of their milestone since opening Tokyo. This summer, they are holding a new orchid…
Photographer captures colorful shots of ducks swimming in a sea of hydrangea at Japanese temple
In Japan, the hydrangea flower season peaks between June and July. It always seems to lift up your mood to see colorful hydrangea flowers fully…
Taya Caves, an underground wonder of ancient Buddhist artistry near Kamakura
Taya Caves is a sacred gem of Buddhist carvings in the grounds of Josen-ji Temple near Kamakura. This maze of halls and galleries is decorated…
Japan’s honor system unstaffed produce stands get a stylish upgrade
When traveling through the Japanese countryside and in some smaller neighborhoods, it can often come as a surprise to some to encounter unmanned produce stands….
Akutagawa Prize Winner Li Kotomi: Updating the Face of Japanese Literature One Novel at A Time
With her novel Higanbana ga Saku Shima 彼岸花が咲く島 (“Island Where the Autumn Equinox Flowers Bloom”), Li Kotomi is the first person since 2008 whose first…
Odaiba’s TeamLab Borderless named as a Guinness World Record holder
Located in Tokyo’s Odaiba area, teamLab Borderless: MORI Building Digital Art Museum is a ‘mapless museum’ where visitors are free to wander, explore and discover…
Unwind at Tokyo Midtown’s Digital Art Garden this summer
Usually summer in Japan is all about getting together and celebrating alongside friends with colourful festivals, fireworks and special events. Sadly, many of these events…
Giant floating head appears over Tokyo and terrifies everyone in Junji Ito story come to life
Tokyo certainly seems to be the land of giants lately. It was just last week that a giant prowling 3-D cat appeared looming over Shinjuku…
Japanese photographer wows anime fans by bringing Galaxy Express 999 to life in fantastical photos
Nighttime photography can result in some of the most magical images, especially when the photographer knows exactly which camera settings to use to create a…
Giant prowling cat takes over new 3D digital ad space over Shinjuku station, meows and looks down at crowd
Sometimes things tend to blend in or get lost in the sea of billboard and advertising space that sits atop buildings in Tokyo, with the…