2020: The year of Suwawa As many fans of the anime LoveLive! Sunshine!! and seiyu (Japanese voice actor) enthusiasts probably know, Nanaka Suwa, the voice…

The “Monster Hunter Orchestra Concert 2020” is a special, fully orchestrated concert that Hunters from around the world can enjoy– online! The first Monster Hunter…

Japanese Twitter user and illustrator Yukimon (@Yuki112071) writes in their profile that they are currently studying to pursue a career as a background artist. For…

The 65th anniversary of monstrous Japanese legend Godzilla has yielded some interesting celebratory merchandise. The King of the Monsters has been enjoying his big 6-5…

Perhaps with the exception of fans of the sumo-themed anime Hinomaru Sumo, the Venn diagram between anime lovers and sumo fans is rather slim. But…

Japanese Twitter user and photographer @ttt_zegu952) seems to have a knack for capturing photos of wildlife such as deers and foxes frolicking in areas of…

Until recently, I never realized that Japan has a history of miniature art. Netsuke 根付, for example, was imported from China and appeared in Japan…

Skateboarding maids If you’re into manga and anime, chances are you’ve seen depictions of maids, such as this cute and very fall-appropriate illustration by Suzushiro:…

As a North American, I grew up used to rock-bottom prices on apples, mangoes, and an assortment of other fruits. Thanks to beneficial trade agreements,…

Tokyo Modern Art Museum’s exhibition of paintings by Peter Doig, the contemporary Scottish painter described as “the painter’s painter”, has been extended until October 10th….

Osaka-based artist and illustrator gozz has recently been focusing on hakoniwa 箱庭 isometric illustration vignettes. However, he also works outside of that genre, contributing art…

Recently, there have been so many musicians incorporating animation in their music videos. In Japan, too, animated visuals and original graphics have been increasing in popularity….

It’s not uncommon to find ornamental dolls on display in a Japanese household, such as Hina-ningyo, which are used to celebrate and wish for the…

Sold only in Japan, these art inspired neck buffs from Buff’s JAPAN COLLECTION allow you to turn yourself into a walking, talking masterpiece. Made from…

犬と猫とどっちも飼ってると毎日たのしい Every Day is Fun Raising Both a Cat and Dog Manga artist Hidekichi Matsumoto (@hidekiccan) is known for works like さばげぶっ (Survival Game Club!)…