Tokyo Banana and Disney’s latest collab features retro-inspired pop-art designs
If you’ve ever passed through Tokyo, whether it be for a vacation, business trip or just as a quick stop on the highway, the chances…
Food
Nissin teases with clever idea for Cup Noodle ear plugs and earbuds
While we’re used to Nissin turning heads with their instant ramen mainstay Cup Noodle by adding mystery fried chicken and releasing soda versions of popular…
Totally nuts! Japanese cracker maker to sell famous rice cracker peanut mix without crackers
Known as Kaki no Tane 柿の種 (literally, “persimmon seeds”), the small, orange, crescent-shaped rice crackers with a soy and mild chili pepper taste have been…
Add sparkle to gray skies with cute umbrellas designed by “cream soda craftsman” tsunekawa
Japanese “Cream Soda Craftsman” tsunekawa Some of our readers may remember tsunekawa from our recent article in which we introduced the self-professed Japanese “cream soda…
Patissier shows how to make perfect fluffy Japanese pancakes and cheesecakes without fail
Exceptionally airy, soft, and fluffy, Japanese pancakes can sometimes be a game-changing experience for those used to standard stacks. That’s because the style of pancakes…
Rilakkuma makes appearance as Chiyoda Ward’s tourism ambassador on collab menu
On the 18th of August 2021, officials and individuals gathered at an inauguration ceremony held in Chiyoda Ward to announce popular bear character Rilakkuma as…
A Raisin Sandwich Milkshake? Mos Burger’s new drink shakes up a Japanese sweets favorite
Popular Japanese fast food chain Mos Burger usually gets attention for its creative burgers, such as their overflowing Mac ‘n’ Cheese Croquette Burger or eye-catching…
Mom’s sushi for her one year old is so good looking adults want a bite
No matter how many fans a household has of sushi, it’s not quite a suitable meal to share with a baby. Fortunately for Japanese Twitter…
Wood carving artist has people in disbelief with his incredibly realistic food sculptures
Sometimes art can be so realistic you might have to fight the urge to reach out and touch it, such as this catfish painting that…
Tabelog Awards 2022 lists must-go restaurants in Japan
Tabelog is a Japanese rating and review site for restaurants around the country, curated by customers as opposed to critics and industry insiders. The Tabelog…
Universal Studios food gets ‘Cool Japan’ revamp with Sailor Moon, Attack on Titan and more
Despite some postponements, Universal Studios Japan’s ‘Cool Japan’ campaign is back on track, and they’ve been announcing some new rides and events such as the…
Japanese cake shop’s adorable Disney animal dessert set is too cute to consume
Ginza Cozy Corner’s colourful cakes are adorable enough to inspire envy in sweet-toothed Disney fans all over the world. Previously, the Japanese confectionery chain has…
Mini BT21 Cafe lets you build your own adorable BTS character-inspired bento box
BT21, the super popular characters created by messaging app LINE and K-pop group BTS, keep coming back to Japan for more and more pop-up cafes,…
Gem exhibition at Japanese museum presents edible jewel collection for visitors to take home
Candy that looks like jewels has become a trend in Japan recently with DIY kits being sold for Valentine’s Day and pop-up shops that specialise…
Disney’s low calorie ‘Harvest Market’ cafe in Tokyo updates menu with new character-themed food
Last autumn, Disney and Cafe Company Co. opened a new venue called ‘Disney Harvest Market Cafe’ in Japan. Apart from being a character-food wonderland for…