Become a slithering sea creature with giant wearable octopus tentacle plushies
“Big” and “realistic” are the two go-to words when it comes to describing Japanese retailer Village Vanguard’s catalog of quirky animal-themed goods, which boasts giant…
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Miniature landscapes capture the quintessence of memorable Arashiyama, Kyoto
Situated in the far west of Kyoto, Arashiyama is the second-most famous sightseeing district in the area. Renowned for its majestic and otherworldly towering bamboo…
Settle down with this adorable Nintendo Switch game featuring Koupen-chan
2020 has seen a rise in the number of nintendo switch game players across the globe, and with games like Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and…
One Piece dolls from traditional crafts company Usaburo Kokeshi return for second series
Hey One Piece fans! If you’re looking for something which stands out from your typical anime merchandise, then take a look at these traditional wooden…
Extra fluffy mini-Pokémon arm pillows are ready to cuddle your wrists as you type
Pokémon fans have been treated to a variety of PC cushions in the past that allow them to cuddle their favorite Pokémon while they type…
Avoid direct contact situations with your own personal “cat paw”
As the world steps up it’s game to fight off infections and viruses, due to the rapid and continuous spread of COVID-19 during the majority…
Honda releases bike from Makoto Shinkai’s “Weathering With You” in Japan
Makoto Shinkai followed up his record-breaking anime film “Your Name” with the visually stunning “Weathering with You” last year. In the film one of the…
Watermelon squid hybrids are Japan’s new Cthulian terror
Watermelon is a traditional summer treat in Japan, so every summer season you see releases like salty watermelon taiyaki and watermelon cat shaped bread. Japanese…
Japanese Kit Kat goes to the bar with Kit Kat SNAX snack mix, chocolate almond milk stout
In Japan, Kit Kat isn’t only for kids. One of the clearest indications that Nestle Japan has its eyes firmly on adult consumers is the…
Evangelion teams up with Japanese elegant rock fashion brand glamb on tees and hoodies
Evangelion + glamb collaboration To commemorate the upcoming Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, the fourth and final film in Hideaki Anno’s Rebuild of Evangelion…
Unique Iphone cases feature Mickey Mouse in kabuki actor Ukiyo-e woodblock print style
If you’ve ever visited Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea, then you may have picked up a few gifts at one of the many gift shops available,…
YouTuber unpacks impressive collection of Ghibli’s Totoro, Spirited Away, and other Made-in-Japan Toys
I remember action figures. Walking through endless Toys R Us aisles as a child, looking up at all the icons of Saturday morning cartoons emblemized…
Fully articulated Super Pipimi BARI Mode plastic model kit is a must for Pop Team Epic fans
Fans of Pop Team Epic will surely recall the 13th episode’s homage to prolific animator Masari Obari in the form of Super Pipimi BARI mode….
Japan’s “black cat” delivery service gets its most adorable driver with mini delivery truck
Kuroneko Yamato, although referred to as “Yamato Transport” in English, translates literally to “Black Cat Yamato” from Japanese. The company is one of Japan’s largest…
Japanese sweet shop celebrates Star Festival season with magical Milky Way jelly and more
Today, July 7th, is known in Japan as Tanabata 七夕, or Star Festival (Qixi Festival in China). According to legend, this is the one day…