Cat ramen master figurines are here to serve up no-nonsense noodles and fun for ramen lovers
If you’ve visited your share of ramen shops in Japan, especially the older ones that have been around for a while and don’t belong to…
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A bear in a hot pot? The Japanese picture puzzle that has netizens stumped
You’ve probably seen hidden picture puzzles before. Where’s Wally? (Where’s Waldo? in the US) is a famous example that comes to mind. Japanese Twitter user…
Viral photo shows Japan’s cutest bird in rare “sleepy” pose
With its white, round and fluffy shape, the シマエナガ shimaenaga, or long-tailed tit, has earned the nickname “snow fairy” in Japan since it is so…
Lovey-dovey spotted seal and zookeeper couple in Japan melts hearts online
On November 19th, 2022, the Twitter account of アザラシシーパラダイス Seal Sea Paradise (@aguhiyori) in Monbetsu, Hokkaido, Japan, posted a video of what may be the…
How to make delicious Japanese café-style pizza toast with bare bones ingredients
While likely not something you’d associate with Japanese food, pizza toast remains an endearing favorite from the menus of the “retro” Japanese cafes of the…
Express your gratitude this Thanksgiving with Studio Ghibli characters
Today, November 24th, 2022, is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. Since it falls on the fourth Thursday of November, the date changes a bit…
You won’t believe how Japan’s World Cup team left their locker room after beating Germany
Until December 18th, 2022, soccer fans (and sports fans in general) who couldn’t fly to Qatar will surely be glued to their TV, computer, or…
Way too cute to eat Japanese tanuki donuts will put a magical sweets spell on you
Tanuki, or Japanese racoon dogs, are known not only for their bushy tails and happy-go-lucky faces, but their place in Japanese culture. While it can…
Trio of cats pull off organized bread heist
Anyone who lives with cats know they can be pretty crafty and cunning when it comes to pulling off household shenanigans such as stealing food….
Laid-Back Camp drama’s Nadeshiko and Aoi actresses delight fans with real camping video
On November 11th, 2022, actress 大原優乃 Yūno Ōhara updated her YouTube channel 『ゆーのちゅーぶ / 大原優乃』 Yūno Tube with a special collaboration with actress 箭内夢菜 Yumena…
Tourism is back: Cheap yen, eased border controls, fill streets with visitors
The numbers tell the story. Japan National Tourism Organization reports 499,000 foreign visitors in October, an increase of 2.4 times over September. Shaun Fernando, JAPAN…
McDonald’s Japan’s wintertime favorite croquette gratin burger gets a fancy eggy upgrade
You always have to be on your toes when it comes to seasonal releases for McDonald’s in Japan, as you never know when Mobile Suit…
Japanese man lends charger to high school girl and gets something unexpected in return
It’s no exaggeration to say that smartphones are now indispensable in our daily lives. Many of us worry when our phones are running low on…
Japanese coffee house’s “reverse scam” dessert once again has diners floored
Coffee house chain Komeda’s Coffee is largely known in Japan for their surprisingly large portion sizes and generous Nagoya-style breakfast sets, one of its most…
Never eat Cup Noodle the same way again with Nissin’s trick to turn it into Japan’s favorite gratin dish
Japanese noodle maker Nissin’s popular Cup Noodle lineup is hardly lacking in exciting flavors to try. With gyoza dumpling, chicken nugget, fused flavors, and even…