One shot of Japan’s sea of nemophilas that will give you goosebumps
Located in Ibaraki prefecture, Japan’s Hitachi Seaside Park is known to basically be heaven on earth for fans of flowers. No matter whether you’re admiring…
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Artist’s simple chalkboard “doodle” wows as 3D masterpiece
There’s no use crying over spilt milk. Japanese Twitter user Kabashima @okina_kabasima) may have been thinking something similar when they came up with a clever…
Tokyu Kabukicho Tower to open next year as one of Japan’s largest multipurpose entertainment facilities
“Tokyu Kabukicho Tower” is a joint entertainment facility project in Kabukicho, Shinjuku district operated by the Tokyu company and Tokyu Recreation company. They have recently…
Cheeky Pikachu device charges phones with an electric Pokémon Nuzzle
Whether it be Shellder humidifiers and party lights, Turtwig planters, or Cyndaquil fireworks machines, the lifelike creations of Pokémon clay artist Nendoyorishin (Twitter, YouTube, Instagram)…
Incredible newspaper artist shows how scary a shoebill stork can be
The Shoebill Stork is quite the fascinating bird, often referred to as a living dinosaur due to its appearance. At zoos they also captivate visitors…
Gelato Pique’s SUPER MARIO roomwear collection expands with adorable Yoshi additions
If you were hanging out on our grapevine back in September of last year then you may have come across our article covering Japanese loungewear…
Dream of becoming a dog granted by ultra lifelike collie suit in Japan
You’d think that when it comes to lifelike animal creations in Japan, it would be hard to go toe to toe with a service that…
Stunning sakura in castle moat photography enchants Twitter with magical illusion
Whether it’s magical snowy hot spring towns, ducks swimming in a sea of hydrangea, or the scariest telephone booth in the country, photographer Ayu (@auki999)…
Shibuya Crossing, Ginza 4-Chome and more become picture-perfect CGI worlds for use in film and music videos
There are many places across Japan that are in high demand as shooting locations for video-related productions, however due to strict regulations and privacy laws,…
Incredible 3D Pokémon Slowpoke latte art has a jiggly tummy you can’t stop touching
Water/Psychic Pokémon Slowpoke (Yadon in Japanese) is certainly a fan favorite. The slow-witted but happy-go-lucky has even taken over a prefecture in Japan with hotel…
Japanese creator’s clever tissue case design is a really cool concept
Tissue paper is an item many people use in their everyday lives. If you buy boxes, you can just use them directly from the box….
Security guard in years-long standoff with cat trying to enter museum have touching morning routine
The Onomichi City Museum of Art in Hiroshima, Japan is definitely a must-visit for art fans in the area looking to take in any number…
Ghibli teams up with famous Japanese ceramics brand Noritake for release of limited-edition Totoro mug
If you are a collector of pottery and tableware, then you are more than likely familiar with the ceramics brand Noritake. The Noritake brand can…
Artist who controls ADHD through daily leaf-carving to hold exhibition in Hiroshima Tsutaya
Hailing from Kanagawa prefecture, self-taught artist Lito specialises in the artistic medium of leaf carving. The artist began his journey back in 2020, as a…
Japanese artist turns a favorite traditional summer treat into a kawaii bracelet
Japan has many traditional sweets and desserts, but one favorite, especially in the warmer months, is みつ豆 mitsumame. Cool and sweet, colorful and cute, mitsumame…