Japanese hotel brings back popular ramen-themed rooms with restaurant atmosphere and free noodles
Last July, the Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel collaborated with popular ramen chain Yamaokaya to give noodle lovers a place to lay their head and dream…
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Get your fragrance on the go with stylish paper incense sticks and case from Japan
The use of incense in Japan is steeped in tradition, but that doesn’t mean renowned makers are afraid to put new twists on their aromas….
VTuber group hololive English announces “Project: HOPE” with debut of VSinger IRyS
Ever since hololive English, virtual idol agency hololive production’s VTuber group catering to the English-speaking market, wrapped up their second round of auditions on March…
These cute notebooks will remind you of Japanese konbini sandwiches
If you’ve ever been to Japan, you’ve probably seen them: tasty-looking sandwiches, usually on the slim side compared to their Western counterparts, and made with…
Traveling Tokyo Lululun beauty masks aim to provide to Edokko skincare
While there are definitely some Japanese beauty masks that stand out due to their interesting aesthetics, many are praised for their use of quality ingredients…
“F Spirits: Strawberry & Cardamom” shochu curbs food waste by saving local berries
On July 1st, 2021, Wakashio Distillery Co., Ltd. 若潮酒造株式会社, based in Shibushi City, Kagoshima, launched “F Spirits – Strawberry & Cardamom” using local strawberries which…
Giant prowling cat takes over new 3D digital ad space over Shinjuku station, meows and looks down at crowd
Sometimes things tend to blend in or get lost in the sea of billboard and advertising space that sits atop buildings in Tokyo, with the…
Fujimi Terrace reopens with reflections of sweeping views of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay
Boasting a sweeping view of the sky, Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji, Izunokuni Panorama Park is one of the best places to experience the scenery…
Pringles pops the top on smoky Argentine BBQ flavor chips in Japan
Pringles has been known get pretty adventurous with its flavors in Japan, which include karaage fried chicken and even Super Sour Cream and Onion flavored…
Uncovering the Origins of Life: Analysis of Asteroid Ryugu Samples Begins
Hayabusa2 became the first spacecraft in the world to successfully collect samples from the subsurface of Ryugu in 2019, sending 5.4 grams of rocks and…
Gawr Gura of hololive English is first Vtuber to reach 3 million subscribers for single channel
Since it launched in September 2017, Cover Corporation’s VTuber agency hololive productions has steadily increased its fan base. As of June 2021, the total number…
“Pikachu used fly”! New Pokémon jet launches in Japan
“Superman” is no longer the best answer to the question: “What’s that up there? Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s…..”. Now,…
Japanese Milk Tea Fair is a sweet collaboration between three tea and doughnut specialists
Tea lovers in Japan are in for a sweet treat with koe donut kyoto’s Japanese Milk Tea Fair. Based in Kyoto City’s central Nakagyō Ward,…
Frozen Melon Pan is a cool new way to enjoy a Japanese favorite
Japan is the land where the melon pan reigns supreme. It’s a staple in bakeries and supermarkets, and in fact, Japan’s love for melon pan…
Art Geta Exhibition by geta artist Chie Suzuki combines art with Japan’s traditional footwear
An exhibition taking place at the Takashimaya department store in Shinjuku, Tokyo is redesigning the geta, Japan’s traditional sandals. The woman behind the exhibition is…