Eating Potato Chips with Chopsticks: TV Debate Reveals Japanese Generational Divide
An episode of Japanese variety show ‘Odoru! Sanma Goten’ held a generation gap special, inviting celebrities of all different ages to talk about differences between…
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Starbucks Japan Keeps it Classic with Pumpkin Frappuccino as Final Member of Autumn Beverage Lineup
Previously releasing the Caramelly Pear and the Crispy Sweet Potato beverages, Starbucks Japan left one space clear, revealing that this season’s Artful Autumn campaign would…
Fan Trailer Gives Star Wars: A New Hope Old School 80’s Anime Makeover
Fan-made anime trailers putting a spin on classic titles, such as re-imagining My Neighbor Totoro as a gruesome horror film, aren’t exactly a new phenomenon,…
Tokyo Hotel Offers Luxurious Ruby Chocolate Afternoon Tea
Ruby chocolate hit the scene this year as the first new natural colour of chocolate in over 80 years, since white chocolate was introduced by…
Japan’s Mister Donut Mummifies Classic Doughnuts for a Spookily Cute Halloween
Seasons change, and in Japan they also bring along with them a host of kikangentei (limited time only) items. In order to truly celebrate the…
The Japanese Autumn Fruit That’s Booming in Paris, Inspiring Fusion Cuisine Recipes
There’s a certain fruit which is a fall favourite of the Japanese, and not only is it just as popular in France, but they even…
Lupin the Third Is Coming To Universal Studios Japan in First Ever Theme Park Collaboration
Lupin the Third hardly needs any introduction. For the past fifty years, Monkey Punch’s story about the gentleman thief, his right-hand man and sharpshooter Jigen,…
The Conbini Guide: Must Try Foods From Japanese Convenience Stores
The idea of spending some of your precious, limited time in Japan checking out a convenience store sounds like weird advice to give to a…
Interview With Hugtto! Precure Producer Keisuke Naito: Part 1
Hugtto! Precure As many anime fans know, Hugtto! Precure is the latest incarnation of the highly popular magical girl anime television franchise Pretty Cure. Created…
Made-to-Order “VR Boyfriend” Serves Up Coffee and Romance On Your Smartphone
While augmented reality and virtual reality features in apps based on existing anime or game character properties such as Neko Atsume VR or, more recently,…
Third Time’s A Charm With Touken Ranbu Collaboration Glasses Vol. 3
The dashing touken danshi (sword boys) of the Touken Rambu franchise have legions of fans, so it comes as no surprise that a collaboration with…
Krispy Kreme Japan Goes Black and Pink For Kawaii Halloween Doughnuts
Krispy Kreme have forgone the usual orange and black combo for their special Halloween doughnuts this year, and opted for a more kawaii pop of…
McDonalds Japan Bring Kyoto Matcha Range of Green Tea Beverages to the McCafe
When it comes to traditional Japanese tastes, matcha has become an iconic flavour. The green tea has inspired countless variations including desserts, drinks and even…
Studio Ghibli’s My Neighbor Totoro Returns To Theaters This Fall For 30th Anniversary
Fans of Studio Ghibli in the U.S. will have a chance to board the Cat Bus and ride to the theater once more, as the…
Kirby Cafe Returns to Tokyo with New Adorable Menu
Everyone’s favourite puffy pink hero is returning to Tokyo to fill our stomachs with delicious and adorable treats. For a limited time only the Kirby…