Traditional doll maker unveils Raikou kimekomi doll in celebration of upcoming zodiac year
Ornamental dolls play quite a big role in Japanese tradition and culture, and as such, there’s quite a variety when it comes to their types….
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Shinjuku’s new giant 3-D cat now plays with a giant Roomba
One of Tokyo’s newest landmarks (or perhaps mascots is the better word) made its grand debut on top of the Cross Shinjuku Building located just…
Shining jellyfish glasses bring a sea of wonderful color to your table
Jellyfish are some of the most fascinating creatures in the sea. Unfortunately, while we have no doubt our umbrella-shaped friends are quite appreciated, their stinging…
Japanese artist diorama artist crafts wondrous worlds within walls
Japanese miniature artist Mozu (@rokubunnnoichi) crafts some incredibly impressive and lifelike dioramas, but what truly stands out is his “Kobito Series” (Small People Series). The…
Japan’s “Jimi Halloween 2021” celebrates the mundane of life with hilariously understated costumes
One of Japan’s biggest Halloween celebrations takes place in Shibuya, where giant crowds of costumed party-goers assemble for an evening of frightful fun. One other…
Elderly shiba inu in Japan has the biggest smile when she uses her wheelchair
Pets rely on love and attention from their human companions, but that’s even truer when they get up there in years and encounter the difficulties…
Sanrio launches the “KUROMIfy the World” project, Kuromi makes her musical artist debut
Most visitors to Shibuya today were aware of Halloween. Before the pandemic, the neighborhood’s famous Scramble Crossing and its vicinity regularly attracted hundreds of thousands…
Japanese food artist creates realistic animals, even “Demon Slayer” characters out of rice balls
For many Japanese people, whether it’s on a field trip or Sports Day for kids, or enjoying a picnic under beautiful red and yellow foliage…
Videos of puppies getting pampered at a Japanese grooming salon will melt your heart
“Lovely Grooming” is a trimming salon located in Tokyo’s Setagaya Ward. Its YouTube channel, which features videos of pets getting pampered and trimmed, has more…
Richardson’s ground squirrel gives itself a round of applause after nailing backflip
Hamsters might be some of the most expressive little fur balls, particularly when they’re presented with their favorite food or caught hoarding a bit too…
Nijisanji has released an exciting board game!
Nijisanji, one of the major Vtuber agencies managed by Anycolor Inc., has announced that they have released a very unique board game as a collaboration…
Japanese cat owner can’t look at pet the same way after meow translator app takes a creepy turn
While pets and their owners share a bond that goes beyond language, sometimes we wish we could get a more direct translation of what they’re…
Shinjuku’s giant 3-D cat has hilarious glitch that reveals its true form
Back in July, when people in Tokyo looked up at the top of the Cross Shinjuku Building just outside Shinjuku Station’s East Exit, they were…
Manga artist illustrates morning scene of policemen following old man biking, warms Twitter’s heart
Normally, if you saw a group of policemen following in a direct line behind a civilian on their bikes, you might get the idea that…
Dog in Japan shoots epic shady side glance when he hears the word “shot”
While the stress some animals face when they must take a visit to the dreaded vet is no joke, many pet owners will tell you…