There are already numerous platforms allowing anyone with a smartphone to create a virtual avatar and become a Virtual Youtuber. However, while some apps allow…

Working wonders in liquid resin and wire, Kazamidori 風碧 is a talented artist who creates both works to decorate your home and to accessorize your…

Long celebrated by Japanese poets for their ephemeral beauty and delicate scent, Japanese cherry blossoms (sakura) also provide the ideal backdrop for a picnic with…

The Tokyo Tokyo Festival, an initiative led by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Arts Council Tokyo to drum up excitement in the run-up to the…

While you may think that maid cafes are mostly alike, there is one establishment in Akihabara that many believe represents the gold standard of high…

(Updated on 3/29 with expected time of new era name announcement) Right now in Japan, there are hundreds of companies busily preparing commemorative goods to…

Whether you count yourself among the legions of fans of Neon Genesis Evangelion who appreciate the epic soundtrack by Shiro Sagisu, or you’re just a…

The acclaimed mangaka Junji Ito has carved out a place for himself in the hearts of horror fans both at home and abroad, based not…

Instant noodle giant Nissin always has its finger on the pulse of pop culture, as it has demonstrated time and time again through collaborations with…

As our readers may know, we like to regularly introduce talented Japanese illustrators and painters who regularly produce high quality art in their own unique…

Grab your robes and wands because the first ever official Wizarding World of Harry Potter Cafes have appeared, as if by magic, in Japan! Initially…

Akiba Zettai Ryoiki’s absolutely kawaii maid cafe zones Akiba Zettai Ryoiki has made a name for itself with its super kawaii mood, its foreigner-friendly attitude,…

Whether it’s local delicacies such as Champon noodles, beautiful stained glass adorning churches or the famous Meganebashi Bridge, Nagasaki, with its exotic mood and delicious…

Not to be outdone by her best friend Hello Kitty who has been exploring new ways of reaching out to her fans such as DJing…

As we reported earlier, the Nescafe Sleep Cafe opened on March 6th, offering a much needed place in Tokyo where you can take a short…