Hearts of dog lovers warmed by “Godly” delivery service staff in Japan
Customer service in Japan is often praised by both international travelers and residents alike, with many staff at stores and train stations going an extra…
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Japanese convenience stores get potato chips designed to be paired with canned chuhai cocktails
While Japan is home to many great izakaya and other drinking establishments, RTD (ready to drink) canned cocktails are very much a popular way to…
This mochi slicer lets you enjoy dried mochi cakes in ways you didn’t know were possible
Kirimochi 切り餅 is a type of dried mochi (rice cake made of mochigome glutinous rice) cut into rectangles. They’re one of the most common forms…
Burger King releases 100% plant-based Version 2 Whopper in Japan
It’s easy to look back at the past few years and see Burger King Japan’s slew of Tokyo Teriyaki Tower Super One Pound Beef Burgers,…
Ramen fans surprised by the cute critters now hiding in their Cup Noodle
Earlier this year, in an effort to address an estimated 33 tons of plastic waste their company produced per year, instant ramen giant Cup Noodle…
FamilyMart repackages popular rice balls reducing 70 tons of plastic waste per year
Rice balls, or onigiri, are somewhat of a traditional classic in Japan, but their wide variety of fillings and delicious flavors have made them a…
Mini Shiba inu can’t hide adorable joy when his favorite “black cat” delivery person shows up
Although it’s often called “Yamato Transport” in English, “Kuroneko Yamato”, translates literally to “Black Cat Yamato” from Japanese. Kuroneko Yamato is one of Japan’s largest…
Photographer wows Twitter with shot of the “coolest pigeon ever” in Japan
Pigeons don’t exactly have the most photogenic reputation of the bird kingdom. Fair or not, they don’t seem to be viewed with quite the grace…
Original pictogram series parodying the IT industry goes viral in Japan
One of the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony’s highlights was an amusing and fast-paced performance by silent comedy artist HIRO-PON reenacting the pictograms of 50 competitions…
Temple priest explains why you shouldn’t lightly explore haunted places in Japan
In the summer, some Japanese exploring hobbyists visit rumored haunted spots to feel “chilly”. a However, Rokusyaku Houshi, a master monk of Nichiren Buddhism (@6SYAKU_HOUSHI)…
Japanese photographer’s colorful photos show “rainy day dolls” look good even on sunny days
On July 16th, the Kantou Koshin and Tohoku regions in Japan announced an official end to the rainy season, and the beginning of the summer….
Japanese companies offer cool and delicious banana sweets to help consumers enjoy summer
Banana-based snacks may not be the first thing the comes to mind when searching for something refreshing during summer. However, take a look online and…
Futuristic art exhibition uses digital displays and AR to create a transcendental experience
In the basement of GINZA 456 in Ginza, Tokyo a strange new jugle is growing. This fantastic neon sight was created by and is operated…
Stunning photo of Mt. Fuji floating in night sky wows internet
As an iconic symbol of Japan’s natural beauty and UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s easy to understand why many photographers in Japan fill their portfolios…
Touching video shows train-loving child bond with conductors over the years
“It was so heart-warming I wanted to cry.” “Thank you for this wonderful 5 minutes. Only good people are in this video!” “I was touched…