We can’t believe this Nintendo 3DS isn’t a Nintendo 3DS
For as much interactive joy as it provided during its run, the Nintendo 3DS isn’t usually a hot topic these days unless you’re doing a…
Japan
“That has to be frozen pork belly.” Homemade sweets final form has Twitter in disbelief
When it comes to Japanese summertime sweets, kakigori (shaved ice) may be the the top favorite. Kakigori is often enjoyed at summer festivals, but a…
Ordering a free smile at McDonald’s Japan: Difference in illustrations “cracks up” TikTok
Although it has disappeared from McDonald’s locations in many other countries, one of the services still offered by McDonald’s Japan is the free “Smile.” As…
Look who dozed off after the last order in a Japanese family restaurant: “So cute!”; “Must visit!”
A photo posted by Japanese Twitter user いのけん Inoken (@inoken0315) has attracted a lot of attention. The photo was taken at Saizeriya, a Japanese family…
“A divine presence!” Magical photo of Japan’s floating torii gate takes breath away online
While some great photos of shrine torii gates in Japan are of those that seem to pop out of nowhere, it’s hard to argue that…
Graniph and Pokémon Trading Card game team up for lineup of Pichu goods
P-Lab, a special collaboration project between Graniph, the Pokemon Trading Card game, and YouTuber Hajime Syacho is debuting a lineup of 14 fashion items featuring…
Japanese cheerleaders’ cute fox dance goes viral, videos rack up millions of views
Foxes feature prominently both in Japanese folklore and popular culture. As some grape Japan readers may recall, you can see fox wedding processions, find an…
Cast announced for the Dr. Stone stage play
The internationally popular manga Dr. Stone began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2017 and reached its conclusion in March 2022. As of April 2022,…
You can use this free 3D model even for profit! Meet Nillna, from xR & metaverse firm Mark-on
Mark-on, Co. Ltd., a Japanese company developing and distributing xR applications and metaverse-related apps, has begun distributing a humanoid 3D model called ニルナ Nillna. You…
World Cosplay Summit celebrates 20th anniversary this summer in Nagoya
The World Cosplay Summit executive committee has announced a milestone in the form of one of the world’s largest cosplay events. “World’s Cosplay Summit 2022-20th…
Son surprises father with papercraft animal head decorations
“My 4th grader son was working hard on his arts and crafts. Today, we have animal heads hanging up on our wall.” Mizunokeisuke (@mikkemac) shared…
Japanese chef shows off simple gourmet tofu recipe perfect for summer
Hiyayakko is a simple cold tofu dish with soy sauce and toppings enjoyed as a classic in Japan. It’s a perfect dish on a hot…
Fight the rain and sun with retro Super Mario Bros. umbrellas and parasols
In Japan, rainy reason is just around the corner, and that means dealing with both periods of heavy rainfall as well as some daunting heat…
Earn money in Japan just by walking with new backpack advertising part-time job service
If you live in Japan and you’re looking for an easy way to earn some extra yen on the side, a new opportunity has presented…
“Too lucky!” The things you can win for 200 yen at a capsule toy machine in Japan
It’s sometimes hard to believe that gachapon, or blind buy capsule toy machines, in Japan have something you can’t buy. Nowadays the machines seem to…