Japanese artist stuns Twitter with purrfectly realistic cat drawing
One look at the Twitter account of 20-year-old artist Haru Otomi, and you’ll see that he’s not only a huge fan of cats, but drawing…
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Recreate famous Studio Ghibli scene in your cat’s fur, win the hearts of Japanese people online
Any hardcore Studio Ghibli fan will recognise this moving scene in an instant. It portrays the main character of Nausicaa of the Valley of the…
Become your favorite Gundam with Bandai’s new shirt, boxer, and socks Mobile Suit sets
With giant Gundam tofu heads, https://grapeejapan.com/158828, and a new high-priced model made from “Gundarium alloy“, it’s been quite easy for fans of Mobile Suit Gundam…
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For parents in Japan, a relaxing bath can mean working overtime [manga]
Citizens of Japan work hard. Weekday jobs often run overtime, and rush-hour trains in the morning and evening are typically crowded with exhausted business people….
Have a giant isopod keep your cup ramen warm for you, because why not?
If Japan is the land of kitschy things you didn’t know you needed but somehow kind of want to have now, then Village Vanguard is…
Shiba inu turns into adorable canine noodles with cup udon bed
You may remember Charmy (@shiba_charmy), an adorable shiba inu in Japan, for her collection of funny food-themed pet beds. If there was ever any question…
Pretty but prickly – Izu Shaboten Zoo dresses up cacti plants for Hinamatsuri
Hinamatsuri or Girl’s Day is one of the next big events on the Japanese calendar. In the days leading up to it families display a…
Limited edition Pikachu and Eevee Tokyo Banana available at Seven-Eleven stores
Name three famous icons from the Japanese capital that have ‘Tokyo’ in their name. Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Skytree, and Tokyo…Banana? You probably knew the first…
Donguri Republic kicks off new Studio Ghibli cats lineup with Jiji and Moon merchandise
In the Studio Ghibli universe, cats are never simply just cats — they always have their own stories and personalities, and in the case of…
Gal+Valentine: Samantha Thavasa Petit Choice Galentine Series now available
From Samantha Thavasa Petit Choice, the catchy heart motif Galentine series is now available! Samantha Thavasa is a famous Japanese brand for women, recognized for…
Sprinkle cherry blossom petal marshmallows on your food to get that extra taste of spring
Spring is the season of warmer weather and plants blooming back to life, but most importantly, in Japan, spring is the season of cherry blossoms….
Cat’s interesting relaxation strategy with cardboard box intrigues Japanese Twitter
At a stressful time such as this, it’s important that we all figure out our own preferred way to chill out. It seems this Japanese…
Sailor Saturn’s full transformation revealed after 29 years in new trailer for Sailor Moon Eternal
2021 is a historic year for fans of the Sailor Moon series, and more specially for those who are fans of bob-haired, purple-eyed Sailor Saturn….
Endless cat-themed goods to take over Keio Department store at ‘Nyan Nyan Fair’
Head over to Shinjuku’s Keio Department store from the 11th to 24th February 2021 for the purrfect event – the Keio Nyan Nyan Festival. The…
Luna and Artemis turned into adorable Japanese sweets with Sailor Moon mochi cakes
The release of Sailor Moon Eternal has seen treats for fans of the iconic anime series pop up in Japan, including official themed cafes. Now…