Netflix’s “Giri/Haji”: A New Kind of Anglo-Japanese Alliance
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Hyokkame Solo Exhibition: Discover The Surreal and Kawaii World of Artistic Kigurumi Masks
If you’re visiting Tokyo this January and your interests fall somewhere within the Venn diagram of anime, manga, Japanese subculture and art, then there’s a…
The Perfect Gift For That Workaholic Friend: Sleeping Cats Encourage You To Catch Some Z’s
In Japan, as in many countries around the world, striking a harmonious work-life balance is a serious challenge. When the balance tips on the side…
Hello Kitty Collaborates with Famous Maid Cafe @home cafe in Akihabara
If you’re into anime and manga, then you’ve probably seen your share of cute characters sporting nekomimi (cat ears). You may have even seen a…
Tokyo 2020 Official Posters Include Hirohiko Araki, Naoki Urasawa; Exhibition Ongoing
On January 6th, 2020, the Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (Tokyo 2020) unveiled the twenty Tokyo 2020 official art posters, 12…
Get Gear Featuring Namco Bandai, Nintendo & Cave Games at Video Game Tokyo Pop Up Store
Video Game Tokyo Pop Up Store If you’re a video game fan visiting Tokyo in January and February 2020, you’ll probably be headed to Akihabara…
Welcome Good Fortune with These Adorable Lucky 700 Yen Manekineko “Banknotes”
Whether you’re celebrating the beginning of a new year and a new decade, and wish to participate in the tradition upheld in Japan (and many…
Japanese Voices: YuNi no All Night Nippon i – Episode 29
Japanese Voices 日本語のままクールジャパン is a regular series designed for learners of Japanese to enjoy real Japanese language programming from Nippon Broadcasting System, one of the…
Upcoming Fuji TV Dramas: “Absolute Zero 4” & “Alive: Dr. Kokoro, The Medical Oncologist”
If you’re a fan of Japanese TV dramas, then you surely know that Fuji Television has excellent dramas airing on Mondays at 9 PM and…
Japan Guide: Visit Otaru during winter
Otaru is a small city located in Hokkaido Prefecture and you can get there in around thirty minutes from Sapporo Station, using the rapid line….
Square Enix Cafe in Akihabara to Close in January 2020
Shocking Announcement by Square Enix Square Enix has just announced that their cafe in Akihabara, Tokyo, will close on January 17, 2020. Official Announcement by…
Japan’s Healthy Rice Gelato Puts Dessert Back on the Menu for Vegans
The perfect way to end any meal, any experience even, is with an ice cream. This is a tenant most Japanese restaurants firmly believe, choosing…
Have a wild day out at Akiyoshidai Safari Land
With all the cat, dog, pig, squirrel and bird cafes dotted around Tokyo, it is easy to see that Japan has a little bit of…
Take a step back in time at Hiroshima Castle
Standing proudly in the centre of perhaps one of the most internationally famed cities of Japan is Hiroshima Castle. Destroyed by the atomic bomb of…
Chill out with Japan’s Giant Reclining Buddha
Tucked away in the folds of the peaceful mountain town of Sasaguri, just north of the bustling city of Fukuoka, rests the Buddhist retreat of…