Japanese Twitter swoons over impossibly dashing daikon radish
Farmers can often be surprised by the produce they grow, even when they know what they’re putting in the ground. In the past we’ve seen…
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Japan’s favorite convenience store fried chicken nuggets get a delicious garlic butter upgrade
Every major convenience store in Japan has its own signature fried chicken that highlights their hot food section, and for Lawson, that’s Karaage-kun. Karaage-kun is…
Fluffy cat in Japan cooks up the derpiest look ever when he discovers rice cooker
Cat owners have to constantly be on their toes and alert that their kitty may show up in unexpected places, such as when they decide…
Traditional Japanese confectionery maker’s colorful parakeet sweets are too adorable to eat
Wagashi, or traditional Japanese sweets, are known not only for their many delicious flavors, but pleasing aesthetic. While traditional confectionery, their coloring and ingredients lend…
Japanese cat lover mortified by his wife’s dinner plans
Japanese Twitter user Nekoland’s (@NEKOLAND13) beloved cat Emma has a reputation for getting into sticky situations (what cat doesn’t?). Whether it be getting caught red-pawed…
McDonald’s gives its popular winter croquette burger an Angus Beef Bolognese upgrade in Japan
The fall highlight of McDonald’s many seasonally exclusive burgers in Japan is their highly popular eggy Tsukimi moon viewing burger, when winter approaches, the main…
Sanrio characters get adorable mochi makeover thanks to traditional Japanese sweets makers
‘Tabemasu’ is a Japanese sweets brand which specialises in traditional Japanese sweet versions of popular characters. They’ve teamed up with various big name companies such…
Vtuber Linca Tojou launches crowdfunding campaign to support Matsudo City, Chiba Pref.
Linca Tojou 戸定梨香 is a local idol and Vtuber in support of Matsudo City 松戸市, Chiba Prefecture, affiliated with the Vtuber production agency VASE operated…
Bamboo lantern display illuminates Kyoto temple grounds and torii gate into golden wonder
Japanese photographer Usadanu (@usalica) explores Kyoto and its surrounding areas, often capturing stunning seasonal scenery of shrines and temples that sometimes looks straight out of…
How to order overseas from Grape Shop: unique, high-quality items made in Japan
Earlier this year, we introduced the international shipping expansion of Grape Shop, an e-commerce site shared by we at grape Japan and our sister Japanese…
Japan’s winter comfort food gets a wild twist in the Gibier Oden Course at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa
Oden: Japanese winter comfort food A familiar sight at Japanese convenience stores, and a popular menu item in izakaya gastropubs, oden (おでん or 御田), a…
Domino’s awarding lucky customer with 18-karat gold chopsticks for their new overflowing pizza series
While Domino’s Japan sometimes turns heads with the type of toppings they put on their pizza (as seen with tapioca pearl boba pizza and a…
Adorable Nissin Donbei pouches have ears and tails just like the Dongitsune fox girl
A foxy pouch for Donbei’s 45th anniversary On December 18th, 2021, Takarajimasha Co., Ltd. will commemorate the 45th anniversary of Nissin’s popular Donbei line of…
“Super One Pound Beef Cheeseburger” drops in time for “Good Meat Day” at Burger King Japan
As many meat lovers in Japan probably know, Burger King® Japan has been rolling out a series of one-pound beef burgers. So far, we’ve seen…
Donguri Republic emits retro vibes with their latest ‘Nostalgic Piggy Bank’ series
No Ghibli fan could be a loyal follower without their very own selection of Ghibliverse goods, and there is no better brand to stock up…