‘Go-To’ is the Japanese government’s nationwide campaign to encourage domestic tourism in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Fear of contracting the disease has kept…

Some Japanese women hide their mouths when they laugh as a matter of etiquette or a mannerism corresponding to a certain traditional feminine ideal. It…

One of the mysteries surrounding Studio Ghibli’s classic film Spirited Away has to do with the identity of the delicious-looking food in the scene where…

In a move which surprised many in the anime community, Studio Ghibli announced on September 18th that it was making images from its films available…

A trend goes wild What’s the latest work trend in Japan? It isn’t teleworking or Zoom Happy Hour. No, according to trend research company Nexer,…

If you’re looking for an easy way to get into the Halloween spirit but don’t want to dress up in a costume, how about this…

There are very few contents a Japanese vending machine could be stocked with that would surprise anyone. Over the years, we’ve seen vending machines for…

Since 2019, Pikachu Sweets, the takeout-only branch of Pokemon Cafe, has been offering Pokemon-inspired sweet desserts, drinks and other tasty treats. © PR Times, Inc….

Wool felt cat art seems to be a popular hobby nowadays in Japan, with creatively cute felt cat face frames and even a service that…

Japanese sweets and snacks maker Morinaga is celebrated for a lot of their treats, but some of their most popular items are their super fluffy…

Ahh, natsu (夏)… It means “summer” in Japanese, and also happens to be the first two syllables in the word natsukashii (懐かしい), which is “nostalgic.”…

Bigger fast food chains in Japan may offer some eye-catching limited edition specials, such as McDonald’s first ever rice burgers and Burger King’s all-you-can-eat one…

The round mound of pink pound and hero of Dream Land Kirby is usually known for inhaling things to get a powerup, but this time…

Can you guess what happened here? This summer in Japan felt short, but it was still a hot one. For some people, the heat can…

In late August, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced he would be stepping down. Citing health concerns—he is diagnosed with ulcerative colitis—the news initially fueled speculation…