This cat freaks out adorably anytime it sees a stuffed dog toy
Most cat owners know that our feline friends can pull off some incredible facial expressions, so it’s hard to be surprised by one. Japanese Twitter…
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Stylish Japanese cream sodas, cafe fare and more await on the second floor at Kissa Nikai
Japanese Cream Sodas As part of the retro-revival trend in Japan which brings back or takes inspiration from food, fashion, design, and music of the…
Delicious and refreshing cold ramen recipe is a must-try this summer
If you’ve ever visited Japan during summer or have experience eating at Japanese restaurants, you may already know about 冷やし中華 hiyashi chūka, the chilled Chinese…
Celebrity couple delights fans with awesome Kiki’s Delivery Service maternity photo cosplay
Here at grape Japan, we’ve had a few opportunities to introduce cosplay and cosplay outfits inspired by Studio Ghibli’s films. For example, there was this…
One photo that shows why the pros outweigh the cons in the Japanese countryside
In Japan, there are certain inconveniences to living in the countryside. Having restaurants and convenience stores that seem like they are around every corner in…
Payphones look like they’re in a giant plastic model sprue in toy-famous Japanese city
Although the number of payphones installed in Japan is decreasing due to the widespread use of smartphones, they can still be found. Payphones in Japan…
Overflowing otoro, uni and ikura sushi joins all-you-can-eat menu at Sushi Bar Fujiyama
Starting tomorrow, August 5th, 2022, the Sushi Bar Fujiyama branch in the Akihabara neighborhood of Tokyo is introducing a new dish called フジヤマこぼれ寿司 (fujiyama kobore-zushi…
Thinking of taking a float to the beach? Japan Coast Guard warns about dangers in PSA videos
Summer is a popular time for leisure activities at sea. For many people, enjoying a cool dip in the sea on a hot day makes…
Giant taiyaki seatbelt cushions make Japan’s favorite fish-shaped pastry your driving buddy
Taiyaki are a definite fan favorite when it comes to Japanese street food sweets. The fish-shaped pastries (in particular, they are supposed to resemble a…
Shiba’s strange way of sitting at the vet has people convinced there’s a person inside
Even when they’re normally a good boy or girl, it can be understandably difficult convince your dog to act like their normal selves at the…
Seal in Japanese aquarium melts hearts online with affectionate pose
Kaiyukan, a famous aquarium in Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2020. The popular spot regularly draws in droves of visitors, with…
Doraemon and friends bring a Japanese festival mood to McDonald’s Japan
From August 5th, 2022, and for a limited time, McDonald’s Japan is featuring two summer-only sweets featuring the likeness of Doraemon, Dorami, Nobita, Shizuka, Suneo…
Japanese vending machine sells one of the country’s premium fruits at a surprisingly generous price
You could probably dedicate a good chunk of your itinerary when traveling in Japan to just scouting unusual finds in vending machines. While most machines…
Stunning photo shows the beautiful power of Japan’s biggest fireworks shell
Many Japanese summer festivals are highlighted by grand fireworks shows, some of which are so jaw-droppingly spectacular they draw crowds of spectators from all over…
Giant 3D Akita dog leaps across 8 digital billboards above Tokyo’s Shibuya Station
Shibuya Station gets a new giant “pet” A giant Akita dog that recently appeared in Tokyo has been attracting attention online. We’re not talking about…