Virtual cat singer MiMi Kanade gets human form and catchy theme song by Hironobu Kageyama
This cat can sing Virtual singers have been around for a while. The most popular Virtual YouTuber Kizuna AI is a good example. However, MiMi…
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Report on the first-ever “Rent-A-Girlfriend” exhibition
With the anime adaptation having just finished its first season and a second season already announced, it’s safe to say that the fanbase for the…
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[Video] Anime legend Hayao Miyazaki attending Studio Ghibli cafe as a customer delights fans
Studio Ghibli and Japanese animation legend Hayao Miyazaki has made his name on beloved anime films, but the iconic director often makes headlines for when…
It’s time to slay with these stylish Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba watches
Fans of anime and video games have been treated to some stylish watches over the past year or so, with One Piece, Gundam, Street Fighter…
Adorable rice ball erasers round out and reveal their filling with every mistake you make
Just when you thought erasers couldn’t get any cuter than a transforming Mt. Fuji eraser, Japanese creative designer Yu (@yuu99jp7) may have set a new…
This rascally cat finds herself in a cool predicament just before dinner time
At grape Japan, we have a soft spot for furry friends, especially of the feline variety. Just something about their whimsy and curiosity and the…
Boba tea shop Pearl Lady collaborates with Sanrio on My Melody and Kuromi boba teas
A mainstay on the boba tea scene in Japan, Pearl Lady is celebrating its 17th year. © SocialWire Co., Ltd. Since it’s in the mood…
Japanese nail artist makes awesome and realistic sashimi nails
Japanese nail artist color’s Suzuki (@colors_ai) creates some outstandingly realistic artwork on her nails. In fact, some of it even looks good enough to eat!…
Cat paw electric pocket warmers let you fight the cold and squish toe beans at the same time
There’s definitely a market for cat paw-shaped items in Japan. Whether it be bubbly 3D cat paw drinking glasses, cat paw socks that make it…
Mario and Luigi themed pancake sandwiches highlight the new Mario Restaurant menu
While we’ve finally received an official opening season for the highly anticipated Super Nintendo World theme park area of Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, the…
Haunting video of phantom “Queen of the Night” flower that blooms in one night, once a year
Japanese Twitter Mochizuki (@mochimochimoon3) has caught a beautiful and rare scene on video and shared it to the delight of flower fans. Mochizuki recently posted…
Cat vs. Grasshopper – A surprise ending!
Cat Vs. Grasshopper Ok, so admittedly it’s not the most even matchup. Not even close really. But this time there’s a twist. 九死に一生 pic.twitter.com/XVqxVPieTn —…
This Farmer Shared His Fall Harvest with Everyone
When one thinks of autumn, what comes to mind? Red, orange, and yellow leaves, pumpkin-spice flavored drinks and desserts, sweater weather… And don’t forget about…
Celebrate all things panda at this special panda cafe/photo exhibition in Ueno
This October, Matsuzakaya Ueno’s ‘Ginza Seigetsudo’, is holding a special event dedicated to pandas. With a menu featuring cute panda inspired gourmet, displays of panda…
Unagi vs Anago – All you need to know about Japan’s gourmet eel dishes
Explaining to those who are new to Japanese cuisine, that grilled eel is one of the country’s best dishes often ends with shock, confusion and…