Picture the scene: the freezing cold territory of the north. In a harsh climate stripped of all waste, this is a place where animals live…

Despite happening every single year and bringing with it a slew of sakura themed and flavoured products, Japan never gets sick of cherry blossom season….

Japanese art collective, teamLab, use a mix of digital technology and physical 3D spaces to create an interactive experience like no other. Their fantastical exhibitions,…

Whether they are set in the past or in an imagined future, ruins are a favorite subject of illustrators working in the fantasy and science-fiction…

Perhaps it stems from national pride at having one of the most efficient and clean rail services in the world, but for some reason, Japan…

(Updated with information on product recall) At first, the idea of microwaving a bag of potato chips doesn’t sound right, even here in Japan. After…

Japanese Voices 日本語のままクールジャパン is a regular series designed for learners of Japanese to enjoy real Japanese language programming from Nippon Broadcasting System, one of the…

Village Vanguard is a Japanese shop known to be full of oddities, but they also stock some pretty awesome gifts. These cat wagashi are the…

Osaka is famous as Japan’s food capital, but a lesser-known foodie getaway is down south, Fukuoka. The port town of Hakata has played the role…

Chicago-style pizza Whether it’s deep-dish style like Uno’s or stuffed like Giordano’s, Chicago-style pizza literally stands out from the rest with its deep pie crust….

Fighting sleep debt in Tokyo Whether it’s insomnia, sleep apnea, an over-booked travel itinerary, or for those who live here in Tokyo, long working hours…

Hello Kitty is celebrating her 45th anniversary this year and has already collaborated with a Tokyo cafe to bring out awesome Kitty-chan themed food and…

Miyazaki Prefecture on the southeastern coast of Kyushu is a hidden gem which deserves to be explored. Although it doesn’t boast any major tourist attractions,…

If you’ve ever looked at your plain, boring latte and thought, ‘this is not anime enough for me’, then this is the cafe for you….

Student and illustrator Mozza is a fan of the horror genre with a particular fixation on mist or fog to convey a sense of eerieness,…