“Made in Abyss” fan sumo wrestler Shodai wins tournament, praise from creator A. Tsukushi
Perhaps with the exception of fans of the sumo-themed anime Hinomaru Sumo, the Venn diagram between anime lovers and sumo fans is rather slim. But…
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Japanese retailer revolutionizes kotatsu with outlets and high seating for telework
As more and more companies gravitate towards long-term telework policies to continue safe and distanced working as a countermeasure to the coronavirus situation, we’re seeing…
Japanese chain’s new “meaty udon chicken katsu bowls” double the meat and carbs
A popular tonkatsu (Japanese fried pork cutlet) chain Katsuya’s menu is stacked with a number of katsu varieties, including rice bowls and curry, but they…
Let kaiju buddies guard your stationery with plushie Godzilla and Baby Mothra pen cases
Last year, to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the King of the Monsters, Bandai released two adorable tissue boxes shaped like Godzilla and Baby Mothra,…
Japan Travel and Folklore: Discover Iwate and go Kappa Hunting in Tono City
“Kappa” are mythical creatures in Japanese folklore and one of the most known yokai (demons, supernatural spirits) in Japan. Their appearance is human-like, just that…
What are “Kira Kira” names and why Japanese parents choose them for their kids
Naming your baby is an important process as it may affect your kids’ lives, so it is better to think of the name more than…
How I learned Japanese and study tips for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test
Everyone has a different reason for why they want to learn Japanese, be it because of anime, manga, games, traveling, or for work purposes. In…
Major events and festivals happening in Japan during Autumn
Japan has something unique to offer every season and, in my opinion, autumn is one of the best seasons to visit the country because of…
Top Youtube channels: My recommendations of Youtubers living in Japan
Nowadays, YouTube is an oasis of information, and there are so many creators out there sharing their experiences with us. You can find so…
Four recommended autumn limited-edition beers and “Chuhai” drinks to try this year
It finally feels and smells like autumn in Japan, and shops/ restaurants have already switched to this season’s limited-edition products and dishes. One of the…
13 things that I found unusual and that surprised me when I first moved to Japan
I moved to Japan around 5 years ago and although I had a Japanese background and have been learning about Japan’s culture and customs when…
Yokai of Japan: Top 6 Demons and Mythical objects you can find in Chiba Prefecture
Chiba-ken or Chiba Prefecture is located in the Kanto region of Japan and is well-known for being the home of Tokyo Disneyland and the Narita…
What you need to know about Shisa Lions of Okinawa
Shisa (シーサー・Shiisa in Okinawan) can be found everywhere in Okinawa and they are a mix of dogs and lions. Most people refer to them as lions,…
Nostalgic masterpieces from the Showa Period: My Top Song Recommendations
The modern J-pop had as base the “pop tune “or “Showa Era pop” also known as Kayokyoku/歌謡曲 in Japanese. For those not so familiar with…
Differences between Hirosaki Neputa, Goshogawara Tachineputa, and Aomori Nebuta
Nebuta, Neputa, and Tachineputa are summer festivals held in the Aomori Prefecture. However, many people are confused about which is which. In this article, I…