T.M. Revolution produces original Japanese sweets to preserve Japan’s biggest lake
If you’re a big fan of J-POP or anime songs, you might know Takanori Nishikawa 西川貴教, probably better known as T.M.Revolution. He is a popular…
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Cat butt bread is Japan’s latest adorably bizarre sweet
It’s safe to say that since its release, Neko Neko Pan (Cat Cat Bread) has become a hit in Japan. The cat shaped bread a…
Artist’s embroidered pizza clock tempts you with gooey cheese pendulum action
Japanese embroidery artist イプノット ipnot (@ipnot) creates amazing three-dimensional pieces, many of which are so realistic it’s hard to believe they’re sewn out of colored…
Pizza Hut now sells Rice Pizzas in Japan
Typically when discussing differences in pizza found in Japan, it’s unusual toppings like corn and mayonnaise that draw attention. Last year Domino’s threw a curveball…
Ingenious glasses reveal strawberry shortcakes only when milk is poured into them
Japanese calligrapher and inventor もにゃゐずみ Monyaizumi (@Monya_sub) has been posting his brilliant ideas for new products on his Twitter account, some of which are available…
Japanese hotel provides VIP customer service to stuffed hamster
Customer service is often lauded as exceptional in Japan, with staff often going what’s considered the extra mile for customers, and Nintendo frequently being the…
Akihabara cafe lets you “eat your favorite anime character’s hair”
As many anime fans know, there are multitudes of ways to show your support for your 推し oshi, your favorite character. The conventional options include…
We tried the curry breads so good you may get “withdrawal symptoms” if you stop eating them
Among the sweet and savory baked goods available at Japanese bakeries, curry bread (カレーパン karēpan in Japanese) is usually one of the most popular. Filled…
Cat’s surprise waking meow sounds just like a Pokémon beginning a battle
It can be a major guilt trip for a cat owner to wake their sleeping kitty, but every once in a while when you do,…
Ten most popular Vtubers in Japan among Gen Z revealed in survey
VTubers have become so popular in society that they are now often used as corporate image characters. One reason for their rise to prominence in…
Former AKB48 idol Minami Minegishi who famously shaved her head announces marriage
On August 16th, 2022, 峯岸みなみ Minami Minegishi, a former member of the idol group AKB48 and TV personality, revealed that she had gotten married. Her…
Epic Studio Ghibli monster crafted from veggies is the ultimate steed for Japan’s festival for the departed
The Japanese festival holiday of obon is a time to welcome home and honor the spirits of one’s ancestors. Every year (August 12th this year),…
Amazing My Hero Academia cosplayer has surprising source for his Katsuki Bakugo weaponry
Cosplayers often have to get pretty resourceful when recreating the out-of-this-world weapons and armors found in popular anime, manga, and video games. That was definitely…
Japan’s most surprising highway has drivers dreaming of real-life Mario Kart
Due to the torrential rains that hit western Japan in July 2018, the National Route 305 through Fukui Prefecture was hit by a landslide, and…
Viral manga depicts woman unexpectedly “reunited” with a lost loved one
As Japan celebrates the Obon festival (Aug. 13th to 15th) this year, when the spirits of ancestors are believed to visit the family home, many…