Doraemon meets Hokusai – a modern twist on ukiyo-e woodblock prints
When it comes to traditional Japanese culture and art, Katsushika Hokusai’s Ukiyo-e woodblock print series Thirty-six views of Mount Fuji are amongst the most celebrated….
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Ten tasty treats to satisfy your sweet tooth at Japanese 7-Eleven convenience stores
Japanese 7-Eleven convenience stores offer a wide variety of products, from lunch boxes to daily necessities. During the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics this summer, the…
AI Vtuber Tsumugi Nen to make her 3D livestream debut on October 8th, 2021
Japanese Vtuber management and AI technology company Pictoria Co., Ltd. announced today that Tsumugi Nen 紡ネン, a unique Vtuber based on machine learning, will make…
Rare sports car Toyota 2000GT makes a come back as limited edition wireless mouse
Built in limited numbers, the Toyota 2000GT is a true collectors item that only the most dedicated sports car fan (with a lot of money)…
Japanese stuffed animal artist turns burnt gyoza into surprisingly adorable plushie
Pan fried dumplings, pot stickers, or gyoza as they are known in Japan are a pretty versatile foodie fan favorite. Whether served as a side…
Moriyama Napoli’s “SDGs pizzas” feature non-gluten dough using oft-discarded okara soy pulp
Moriyama Napoli Kanazawa Pizza Crafts is a pizza factory based in Moriyama, near the quaint Higashichaya Old Town district of Kanazawa, selling authentic Napoli-style pizzas,…
Save your feet this rainy season with these portable, lightweight shoe covers
If you went to step out the door this morning only to find your front porch has turned into the diving board to a new…
Wrist Mist lets you shoot sanitizer spray like Spiderman!
Wrist Mist is a sanitizer spray device you wear like a watch strapped onto your wrist. It’s almost like being Spiderman, except you don’t shoot…
Step into the cooler seasons with this special ice cream selection from Kojimaya
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…
Slice traditional Japanese sweets Demon Slayer style with wagashi picks inspired by Nichirin Blades
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…
Studio Ghibli teams up with Russell Athletic for ‘American casual’ My Neighbor Totoro apparel
Donguri Kyowakoku, Japan’s Studio Ghibli merch paradise, stocks every type of item imaginable inspired by the characters and motifs found in the animation studio’s beloved…
Japanese chemical & cosmetics brand Kao hopes to curb plastic use with sell-by-weight stations
Overview For a limited time, Japanese chemical and cosmetics giant Kao Corporation will install sell-by-weight stations at two Welcia Pharmacy stores to sell laundry detergents…
Enjoy Chocolixir frappes and a seasonal menu at the newly opened Godiva Café in Nihonbashi
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…
Kiki’s Delivery Service character’s tableware can be bought in real life for a Ghibli-tastic teatime
Studio Ghibli animations are beloved around the world, and the food featured in these films is so iconic, that it has spawned countless fan quests…
Hokkaido Autumn Campaign: Enjoy a taste of Hokkaido’s delicious food in Tokyo
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…