Modern kimono designer Jotaro Saito launches new brand of practical and washable kimonos
In an interview with JAPAN Forward, modern kimono designer Jotaro Saito has said: “I wanted to make a kimono which wasn’t old, but was cool,…
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Show off your figures, statues & models with awesome rotating LED spotlight display cases
Whether you have just one or a hundred and one, your collection of poseable figures, action figures, statues or plastic models probably means a lot…
Classic azuki ice cream bar gets a new twist with amazake
Ice cream bars made from azuki red beans are one of Japan’s classic iced treats. While many other iced selections come and go, the Azuki…
New kaleidoscopic mirrored wonder building planned for Harajuku’s Jingumae crossing
When it comes to crossings in Japan, there is no doubt the Shibuya Crossing, or Shibuya Scramble Crossing, is the most iconic. Located in front…
Long-awaited “Hololive English” Vtuber group makes its debut
As one of the most popular professionally organized Vtuber groups, hololive already has legions of fans of its popular Vtubers, including a steadily growing fanbase…
Japanese muscle man group starts stock photo service of ripped hunks doing…everything
ALL OUT (ALLOUT_smile) is a Japanese “muscular performance group” that consists of ripped (and often shirtless) muscle men that turn their buff physiques and love…
Japanese artist makes realistic flower ornaments from cloth with traditional craft technique
Tsumami zaiku: cloth pinching craft Tsumami zaiku つまみ細工 is a traditional Japanese craft that dates back to the Edo Period used to create beautiful ornaments,…
Japan’s official Berserk whisky will bring out the Black Swordsman in you
By now, Japan has established itself as a prominent player in the whisky world, sometimes with record-shattering priced bottles. Recently, the labels of many bottles…
Kirby opens up his mouth and head for new fall menu at Japan’s Kirby Cafe
Nintendo’s Kirby pink, puffy, and certainly jovial figure lends itself to a lot of food forms, including traditional Japanese sweets DIY kits and the cutest…
WWF climate change photography exhibition at Daimaru Matsuzakaya Ueno
Our world is changing. Recently, the speed at which the planet is undergoing environmental and social changes has become increasingly rapid. In particular we have…
Now you can hang out with Uzaki-chan with this cute Nendoroid figure
If you’re a fan of Hana Uzaki, the boisterous protagonist of “Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out,” then here’s something you may be interested in! It’s…
Puma and Nintendo team up for Super Mario 64 sneakers
We’ve seen some truly inventive sneaker designs over the past couple of years, including traditional ukiyo-e art footwear and an artist that turns Japanese snacks…
Exquisite cat kiriko glasses and Maneki-neko figurine collection from Fujimaki online store
If you’re a cat lover, and are fond of Japan’s beckoning lucky Maneki-Neko cat figurines, you should visit Gotokuji Temple, home of a thousand Maneki-Neko…
Fluffy souffle pancake shop Flipper’s features grapes, autumn fruits in “Fall Harvest Festival”
You’ve probably heard of souffle pancakes. Trending heavily on Japanese social media in recent years, these light, fluff-tastic creations can sometimes tower three or four…
Print your face on traditional Japanese dorayaki cakes to terrify your friends
Dorayaki is one of Japan’s favorite traditional sweets. The treat sees azuki red bean paste (although there are custard and chocolate varieties, as well) sandwiched…