Starbuck’s Japan’s New Year Drinkware is 20/20 Kawaii
Starbuck’s Japan, ever in the festive mood, is celebrating the new year with a new line of gorgeous Japanese oshōgatsu (New Year’s) themed drinkware. The…
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PayPay Announces 40% Bonus Points Campaign
Japan’s cashless revolution continues. The electronic payment app PayPay announced on January 17, 2020 a new 40% Bonus Points Campaign that will run from February…
Japan Travel: Top Must-See Weirdest Museums in Japan
When you think of museums, what first comes to mind isn’t the word “weird”, is it? How about if I put together museums and Japan?…
Japanese people agree: These things are likely to boom in the Japanese market in 2020
In preparation for 2020 and the Olympics, new things like stations, facilities, and new areas are opening one after another. Additionally, many products are already…
Artist recreates scenes of Japan through pleasing pastel-colored illustrations
From the bright crimson of toriis and temples, to the rainbow of neon lights in Shinjuku and all the way to the distant blue of…
Celebrate Go Nagai’s 50 Years As A Creator with Deluxe Stamp Set Including Holder & Postcards
If you’re a fan of legendary manga creator Go Nagai, then you probably know he’s celebrating his 50 years as a creator. Naturally, for such…
Anime Themed Hair Salon Kyara-Make Machida
Get a New “Do” at an Anime-Themed Hair Salon! We’ve all heard of cat and maid cafes, various theme-based shops and the like, but have…
Top anime series that will leave you in tears
If you are looking for good anime that will leave you in tears, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some of the recommendations…
Japan Travel: Hirosaki Clan and Best times to visit Hirosaki Castle
Tsugaru region and Hirosaki City are located in Aomori Prefecture, in northern Honshu. The area is surrounded by nature, oceans and mountains. Rich in history…
Kintaikyō: The most beautiful bridge in all of Japan
Straddling the river of the old castle town of Iwakuni, like a pebble skipping across the water, the five arches of Kintaikyō bridge (錦帯橋) form…
Kita Kyushu’s Coming of Age Ceremony is Like No Other
From Spain’s quinceanera, when females turn 15, to the United States’ sweet sixteen parties, cultures around the world celebrate when children come of age. In…
Mr Donut Collaborates with World’s Best Pastry Chef to Create World’s Most Elegant Donuts
Mr Donut is well known for its innovative collaborations with other chefs and popular franchises, like these gotta eat em all Pokémon donuts. Japan’s national…
We visit ONE PIECE Mugiwara Cafe for an Ace Birthday Meal
January 1st was a very special day, especially if you’re a One Piece fan. Sure, it was the start of 2020, but more importantly, it…
Film Score Orchestra Features the Original Score from Marvel and DC Films
Orchestra Performing Official Film Scores in Japan It’s not unusual to see orchestra concerts held around the world that feature the music from mainstream media…
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE Delayed Until April
More Development Woes for FFVII REMAKE According to an official statement by Square Enix, the March 3rd release date for the much anticipated FFVII REMAKE…