“Ra” unexpectedly appears in the clouds above the skies of Japan
“Here’s ‘Ra’ I found yesterday during my pleasure drive through forest roads.” This is how Twitter user (@tip20916) captioned a video he posted of his…
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Japan’s highest-paying part-time summer job? Win chance to visit Okinawa and enjoy a resort
With its beautiful contrast of white walls and blue skies, Umikaji Terrace on Senagajima Island (operated by Resorts Ryukyu Corporation), has been likened to a…
Fashion and manga fans! Learn Japanese with hilarious songs by a popular Japanese band
Have you ever thought “I want to learn Japanese by singing”? I’ll introduce two super hilarious and cool Japanese songs to you and their official…
Peer into the Okinawan seas with these breathtakingly beautiful Japanese glasses
“It’s just like peering into the ocean” Photo by © grape Shop With their exquisite coloring, shading, texture and sandblasted designs, these gorgeous glasses from…
Matsuken Sunbreak! Japan’s favorite dancing shogun promotes Monster Hunter in promo MV
Today, June 30th, 2022, is an exciting day for gamers who have been following the hit Monster Hunter game series. The Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak…
We tried one of Japan’s most famous pork katsu sandwiches
If you love pork katsu, known in Japanese as tonkatsu (豚カツ or とんかつ), then you probably know that you can enjoy these breaded and fried…
Showa retro vibes in the nostalgic Tokyo neighborhood of Shibamata: Top places to visit
Shibamata (柴又) is a nostalgic neighborhood full of charm. It’s also highly underrated. Many tourists prefer going to the big city and choose more flashy…
Japanese shaved ice master’s gourmet kakigori will make you feel like a billion yen
A shaved ice master opens his own store On June 16th, a Japanese-style cafe specializing in shaved ice with a spacious and opulent interior opened…
Japan opens a mocktail bar where moms-to-be can unwind
As more people pursue health and wellness-driven lifestyles, alcohol-free bars continue to gain in popularity around the world. But what about people who usually drink…
Legendary sourcebook of ninja secrets discovered in Japan
On June 19th, 2022, municipal government officials in 甲賀市 Kōka City, Shiga Prefecture, famous for being a center of ninja heritage, announced that a manuscript…
Juicy giant Japanese hamburger steak cooking lifehack saves time and effort
In many Japanese families, ハンバーグ hambāgu, or (Japanese) hamburger steak, is a popular dish. Not only are they tasty and enjoyed by many people young…
Raise Anya your own way with Spy × Family Tamagotchi!
BANDAI Co., Ltd. has announced that they will release the SPY×FAMILY TAMAGOTCHI (スパイファミリーたまごっち) on December 17th, 2022. This is a game for everyone to try…
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How to stop a runaway dog [Manga]
For people who own pets, one of the things they probably fear the most…is their pet escaping. No matter how careful you are on a…
“Too fast!” Why this Japanese hair salon is often featured as a “rare sight” on TV
“Fast, fast, so fast!” “I laughed my head off. It’s much faster than I could have ever imagined!” “I have the impression they’ll trim your…
No need to peel eggs with this easy and time-saving potato salad lifehack
Potato salad is a surprisingly time-consuming side dish. Just consider the usual steps it requires: Peel and boil potatoes. Boil the eggs and peel the…