Kobe’s Luminarie 2021 cancelled with alternative smaller event shining on its place
For over 20 years, during December the streets of Kobe city have been lit up as a symbol of hope at the Luminarie festival. What…
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Young Japanese couple gets surprising reaction after telling their real estate agent they’re gay
Although change has been slow, there is a growing awareness of and respect for various forms of diversity within Japanese society. With regards to sexual…
Shiba inu in Japan’s cheeks become adorably extra mochi-like during the winter
Shiba inu have some naturally adorable cheeks, which can often be quite stretchy and described as “mochi-like” in Japan. While they can be quite fun…
Internationally popular YouTube channel shows off unique Japanese gadgets and knickknacks
Iseebitarou 伊勢海老太郎 has a growing collection of unique miscellaneous goods which he introduces on his YouTube channel simply called おもしろ雑貨コレクター omoshiro-zakka korekutā, meaning “interesting zakka…
Bandai releases Gundam-shaped traditional hot pot to cook up Mobile Suit winter dishes
We’ve seen the head portions of famous Mobile Suit designs from iconic anime Mobile Suit Gundam surprisingly translated to the culinary world, with Gundam-shaped tofu…
Trying McDonald’s Japan’s new Rich White Double Cheeseburger
While the current seasonal star of McDonald’s Japan’s menu is its popular winter croquette burger topped with Angus beef Bolognese sauce, the chain recently introduced…
AKIBA SATORI LAB offers meditative art experience at new Tokyo exhibit
Japanese artist management and marketing consultant company “TOKYO DUB AGENT COMPANY” is holding a special meditation event for a limited period from December 4th to…
Orion Brewery collaborates with renowned French pâtissier Pierre Herme for tropical chuhai
Okinawan brewery Orion Breweries, Ltd is releasing a new canned cocktail Chuhai drink “Chura WATTA Botanical Pineapple” in collaboration with world renown pâtissier, Pierre Herme…
400 traditional Chinese lanterns shine on this winter at Kobe’s Nankinmachi
Just a few short minutes walk south of Motomachi station you can find Kobe’s very own Chinatown, known as Nankinmachi, nestled amongst the buildings next…
Yokohama-based Canadian painter Sylvia Haw’s Comme des Fleurs exhibition invites you to bloom to your full potential
With 2021 heading towards a close, it’s become the perfect time to reflect on what the past year has meant to us. One unignorable fact…
Multinational idol group Kurofunechan to have their first and last concert in Tokyo
International idols in Japan Japan has no shortage of idols and fans who adore them, both inside and outside the country. However, some of those…
Naan-wich revolutionises Kawasaki’s Cobara-Hetta Indian cuisine menu
With endless months of staying at home and declarations of state of emergencies, it’s fair to say that the food industry has for sure suffered…
Unusually humorous dog poop sign pops up in Japan
Littering, loitering, smoking in the street outside of designated areas… You’ve probably seen signs on the street prohibiting unacceptable behavior, and Japan is no exception….
Japanese Twitterer has the perfect anime caption for their cat’s epic pose
Everyone! Share your spirit energy with me! I’m counting on you! Proud cat owner and Twitter user (@Chimaki_0927) posted a photo of their cat along…
Hotel New Otani’s new SDGs-themed cocktail uses spinach grown in compost from hotel kitchen’s food waste
Japan’s Hotel New Otani’s TheBar Capri will be adding a new cocktail to their already renowned menu, this time with an SDG motivated drink called…