Heart-faced “Sheepa inu” causes doubletake on Twitter
Shiba inu are some of the cutest canines around, and whether they are divaishly holding up television photoshoots because they keep falling asleep or melting…
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Highest grade wagyu served as traditional Japanese woodblock prints in delicious meat art
When it comes to wagyu, Omi beef (Omigyu) is considered part of the high quality meat trinity in Japan, alongside Kobe beef and Matsusaka beef….
Japanese company helps local souvenir products unsold due to pandemic reach customers online
Souvenirs are, by their nature, destined for tourists. However, due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, the number of people sightseeing in various tourist spots throughout…
Paper sugar packs for iced drinks to reduce waste in Japan, where plastic syrup packs are the norm
If you haven’t visited Japan before, you may wonder how sugar in paper packs could possibly be presented as a new idea, let alone a…
Japanese fashion brand collabs with Discovery Channel on upcycled tire “Whale” shoulder bag
Mondo Design, Inc. is now selling the “Whale” shoulder bag in a special collaboration between their brand SEAL, known for upcycled bags made from reused…
Penguin and Polar Bear somen bowls are here to give your summer noodles extra chill
As spring gives way to a hot and humid rainy season in Japan, many noodle lovers swap their ramen orders for chilled servings of somen…
No-Face piggy bank gets upgrade by burping, talking, and playing Spirited Away tunes while eating money
Japan’s Donguri Kyowakoku is essentially a merchandise paradise for fans of all things Studio Ghibli. Among all their charming Ghibli goods, however, perhaps their biggest…
Ready to throw a Japan-themed summer party? These items will make your party memorable
Although the novel coronavirus pandemic is still raging around the world, in some countries, things have eased up enough to allow people to consider throwing…
346-year old confectionery maker combines moji and mochi to make “Emochi”, sweets with a smile
While “emoji” has become part of the global lexicon, it’s originally a Japanese word–絵文字 (emoji, meaning “picture word”), and has same meaning that it has…
“Attack on Titan” collaborates with online liquor store Kurand on Marleyan red wine
The internationally popular Attack on Titan, one of the best-selling manga of all time, may have officially concluded, but the excitement over the series is…
All-organic and plant-based delicatessen Glean by OneBite opens in Shibuya
On June 12th, 2021, Pray Co., Ltd., the Japanese company behind vegan meal kit OneBite, is opening a plant-based delicatessen called “Glean by OneBite” in…
Natural Japanese fashion brand nest Robe crafts clothes hangers from excess fabric
Following food waste, fashion waste is one of the most serious environmental problems facing our world. It is said that the amount of clothing discarded…
Tour service Japonisme’s Pride Month campaign features discounted virtual tours, rainbow logo
Every year in June, Pride Month is celebrated in the United States to support LGBTQ+ people. JAPONISME, which provides travel services to people from all…
Thirsty cat sponges will prevent water spots and mold; may melt your heart with adorable shapes
C.B. Japan, a manufacturer of daily necessities and miscellaneous goods, has released a cat-shaped sponge that can wipe away water droplets faster and more efficiently…
Kewpie debuts “almost eggs” plant-based scrambled egg substitute for instant breakfast
Kewpie, Japan’s leading maker of mayonnaise, isn’t just known for their standard mayo. Even just recently, Kewpie has putting twists on their creamy and mellow…