Bubbly Gengar PC Cushion is now your Ghost Pokémon cuddle buddy
Premium Bandai can never resist their urge to release a PC cushion–a huggable plushie that allows you to comfort your wrists as you type–based off…
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Fermented in French oak barrels: Choya From the Barrel 2012 limited 1000 bottle lot
Choya is one of the most recognized names in umeshu 梅酒, or Japanese plum liqueur. It isn’t uncommon to find Choya products on the shelves…
New Japanese rice cooker cuts 20% of sugar from servings for healthy meals
Rice is definitely a staple of the Japanese diet, so it’s no surprise that a rice cooker is often thought of as a crucial appliance…
Japanese potter crafts adorable watermelon sake set cups
Ochoko are the small cylindrical cups used to traditionally enjoy sake in Japan. While they can come in many beautiful designs, it’s not often that…
Feast on yakiniku without the niku: vegan Japanese barbecue “meat” is now a thing
Yakiniku, or Japanese barbecue, is a popular meal option when you’re visiting Japan. Literally meaning “grilled meat,” it’s also the most unlikely dish you’d typically…
Japanese maker releases glowing and flashing gaming masks
For good reason, masks are in high demand at the moment. Even before the novel coronavirus pandemic, masks have been used in Japan for a…
Dress like an anime heroine with new Studio Ghibli dresses
For Studio Ghibli fans, Japanese retailer Donguri Republic (Donguri Kyowakoku) is an absolute go-to for awesome merchandise inspired by the beloved animation giant. In the…
Japanese shipping service packages goods in new cute cat boxes
One of Japan’s largest delivery and courier services, Kuroneko Yamato (“Black Cat Yamato”) is no stranger to creative packaging. They previously released small truck-shaped boxes…
Popular Japanese textile maker releases beautiful yukata designs for Animal Crossing
Renowned kimono makers and textile manufacturers from Kyoto have been releasing designs modeled after their actual high quality garments in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Animal…
Color-coordinate your stationery with Kokuyo’s colorful lineup and a new web app
KOKUYO ME In October 2019, Japanese stationery brand Kokuyo launched a new lineup called KOKUYO ME, based on their concept of “Life Accessories.” The lineup…
The Beatles, Jaws and other classic icons get a Japanese fan re-invention
Isshindo is a Japanese company that creates products that add a modern twist to traditional Japanese items. One of their products, for example, repurposes the…
Japan’s beer can baby bottle sleeve will make you wonder what’s really inside that bottle
Japan has a knack for creating quirky novelty items that combine two things you never even imagined you could put together, like a full-body blanket…
Lego’s 2,600-piece NES set lets you rebuild 8-bit gaming memories – without having to blow on the cartridge
The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) brought a new era of console gaming when it was first released. Some of the games for the NES at…
Catch 90s tie-dye inspired retro Pokemon smartphone cases and tech accessories with CASETiFY
Japan is the number one place to catch all the Pokemon goods you’ve ever dreamed of. You can even declare ‘I choose you!’ to your…
Hear the Cruel Angel’s Thesis with new wireless Evangelion earbuds
Iconic anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion may have had its newest film, Neon Genesis Evangelion film, Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time delayed by a…