Japanese bento boxes and architecture meet in brilliant and charming designs
Japanese bento boxes can be a great way to enjoy a smorgasbord of tasty dishes on the go or simply sitting down to take in…
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Housecat adopts formal but adorably bizarre posture and expression when confronted with a stray
Regardless of their personality, it’s usually a bit of shock for a pet cat that has established a home as their territory to encounter a…
“Most adorable way of jiggling Pompompurin” featured in viral Japanese video
Pompompurin is one of Sanrio’s more popular characters. Since the good-natured Golden Retriever dog with his trademark brown beret is named after a Japanese pudding,…
Japanese tourist goes without shopping basket after finding it occupied by sleeping Turkish cat
Pet owners will know the situation well. When your animal companion falls asleep on something, including upon your own person, it’s near impossible to muster…
Break into a bear with Japan’s new Heartful Bear Kit Kats for Valentine’s Day
Japanese Kit Kats offer a wide variety of regional and limited edition flavors, including adventurous options such as those aged in whisky barrels in Scotland…
Cat in Japan waits to punch playful toddler in adorable standoff
Instagram user (Jan07_24) posts photos and videos documenting the everyday adventures of her young son and her Norwegian Forest Cat, Jan. Jan and her son…
Cat gives pitch perfect look of betrayal when realizing it’s been taken to the vet
Try as we may, it can be a very tall order to keep our pets from sniffing out that we’re taking them on a dreaded…
New pet clothes turn cat into ripped Super Saiyan feline
Cats don’t always use the goods we get them (often opting to ignore even the cutest of pet beds), and even when they do, that…
Japanese toddler’s favorite face mask makes passers-by do a double take
When you wear a face mask, it usually hides your mouth and the contours of your face. Some people think it makes them look better,…
Sailor Moon and Sanrio characters set to team up in special anniversary collaboration
A very special announcement has been made for the 30th anniversary of the Sailor Moon series, which includes a first-of-its kind collaboration between two sets…
Cat’s angry stare first thing in the morning has owner apologizing without knowing why
If someone is in a bad mood or angry and you’re not sure why, it’s sometimes best to apologize first and ask questions later. Japanse…
Shiba inu goes into adorable “manner mode” when taken to the vet
As necessary as regular checkups and shots are for dogs, a trip to the vet can bring about some pretty wild reactions from our canine…
Japanese woman wears duck head to Coming of Age ceremony, experiences most popular day of her life
Turning 20 marks the commencement of one’s life as an adult in Japan, and that journey into adulthood is celebrated on Seijin no Hi (Coming…
Dog’s unexpected reaction to owner slipping on stairs has Japanese Twitter in stitches
As many dog lovers know, our faithful canine friends can be very alert about our needs and compassionate when we stumble into trouble. Japanese Twitter…
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[Kimono Style] International friendship and style showcased in FashiComm
Those attending the hybrid event were rewarded with fresh ideas, colors and cultural contexts from the professional designers and participants in Indonesia and Japan. Sheila…