Get ready for summer with these new Ghibli themed folding fans from Donguri Republic
As summer approaches, it’s time to prepare for the accompanying heat wave that – we won’t lie – can sometimes be almost too strong to…
Art
Japanese artist brings anime characters to life with stunning figure repainting
Painting a figure in itself can be an incredible investment of hard work and time, and even more so to do it well. Japanese artist…
Japanese artist’s Quagsire fan is the best way for Pokémon trainers to cool down
Karaage (@karaageakinai) is a talented Japanese model and figure artist who has a knack for not just turning Pokémon into awesome figures and displays, but…
Mindfulness-seeking visitors to “UNBORN” unwind with isolation tanks, meditation, and art
I don’t know about you, but I could use a break. With the pandemic sadly picking up in Japan as of late, a trip to…
Brew Gundam green tea with Zaku head Japanese traditional cast iron kettles
Iconic anime Mobile Suit Gundam has featured quite a few amazing designs, but that of the MS-06 Zaku II seems to have a natural affinity…
HOKUSAI PORTAL puts the life of Hokusai under the telescope with over 100 dedicated articles
Katsushika Hokusai was and still is, arguably one of the world’s most famous and influential painters and printmakers. Over the past year a number of…
Exploring Rhizomatiks: It’s Not Just A ‘Perfume’ Music Video
Online or in person, Rhizomatiks makes digital phenomena accessible to all in an enjoyable, artistic format. Have fun exploring! Ayako Kurosawa, for JAPAN Forward How…
This Golden Week in Tokyo, experience Kintsugi golden joinery, Japan’s sustainable pottery art
Kintsugi For those who are unfamiliar with it, 金継ぎ kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage with…
Stunning sea of “sakura clouds” in Nara captured with absolutely perfect timing
In Japan, what is called unkai (sea of clouds) can be seen under certain climate conditions. It is a quite mysterious view when mountains peak…
Photographer reminds us why nighttime sakura are so stunning
Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) is one of the popular spring entertainment outings inJapan. Sakura are indeed beautiful in the daylight, but the beautiful appearance of…
Traditional Japanese sweets maker crafts adorable Easter wagashi
Easter events have become quite popular in recent years in Japan. Some people even enjoy this holiday event by playing an egg-hunt or egg spoon…
Nara’s famous deer captured enjoying beautiful sakura snack in magical photos
Japanese Twitter user Shin (@shinseyes) recently was at Nara park in Nara city to take seasonal spring photos. His photos of a deer and cherry…
Marine litter from Enoshima Beach recycled in “SDGs art exhibition” and kids’ workshop
Watasu Ltd., a Japanese company involved in the planning of SDGs-related events, held an “SDGs art exhibition” at Mitsui Outlet Park Yokohama Bayside on April…
Bumper crop of films scoop prizes at 13th Okinawa International Film Festival
The 13th Okinawa International Film Festival came to a close after a weekend of screenings of sterling creations from some of the brightest talents in…
Meet Japan’s coolest space quartet at the BLUE HAMHAM POP UP STORE in Tokyo and Osaka
Anyone who has even the briefest knowledge of Japan, knows that the country is no stranger to quirky and cool characters. There are the adorable…