Whether we like it or not summer is over, and if the current typhoon downpour isn’t enough to convince you, then perhaps the halloween and…

Japan’s love affair with the claymation characters of Aardman animations has led to several cafes around the country where you can sample Shaun the Sheep…

Though the cooler seasons are fast upon us, the change in weather doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy an ice cream or two. Kojimaya Dairy Confectionery…

Anime series Kimetsu no Yaiba, also known as Demon Slayer, has been a massive success, and this is reflected in the ridiculous range of merchandise…

As a country that loves cute and charming characters, perhaps it’s no surprise that Japan has a soft spot for the claymation creations of British…

GODIVA Café Nihonbashi had its grand opening on September 24th. The café is located in a building directly connected to the Nihonbashi subway station, making…

Sanrio Puroland, one of the most kawaii theme parks that ever existed, has now begun the autumn-limited event, Puro Halloween.   The special event will last…

Krispy Kreme Japan never passes up the chance to mark an event or season with some exciting doughnut creations. With sweet snacks like sakura treats…

This autumn, a couple of well-known restaurants from all over Hokkaido have gathered in Tokyo’s Ariake Garden store for the Autumn Delicious Hokkaido Campaign. The event focuses…

Japan is well-known for its seasonal or limited-edition foods and drinks that come out a couple of times per year. That means it’s the perfect…

Japan’s Kirby Cafes, which are located in Tokyo and Hakata, are forever exciting fans of the pink hero with their evolving menus. Two of the…

In Japan, people love to receive souvenirs, but where we might expect to be gifted with fridge magnets and/or ornamental memoirs in the west, here…

Autumn is the perfect time to indulge in a green tea parfait (much like every other time of the year). The art of the green…

Once the summer is over and the weather cools down, many in Japan get excited for nabe (hot pot) season. Daikon radishes are one of…

Kyoto’s long-established (since 1903) dashi broth specialty store Uneno has announced the release of a new industry-first gelée-type “Onabe ni pon (toss it into hotpot…