Japan’s Agriculture Ministry makes dance video to support sake industry affected by pandemic
Since last year, the novel coronavirus pandemic has had a drastic impact on our lives. In Japan, as is the case in many parts of…
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Chauffeur service in Japan keeps cherry blossom viewing parties alive with luxury limo hanami
Hanami, or cherry blossom flower viewing parties, are one of Japan’s favorite ways to celebrate the beautiful sakura season of spring. Gathering under sakura trees…
New Naaan bread clocks made from real bread take inspiration from Dali and a Japanese pun
PAMPSHADE by Yukiko Morita is a brand of handmade goods that literally light up the life of bread lovers. The company’s name, a hybrid of…
Farmer wows Twitter with impossibly dramatic action hero carrots he harvests
Farming doesn’t always yield produce just the way we’ve imagined it. Recently a farmer whose “ugly duckling” tomatoes went touchingly viral as well as Japan’s…
Grill your own yakitori at home and support local Japanese poultry farmers with Veranding Toriko
For many foreign residents of Japan, with the exception of those who don’t eat chicken as a matter of principle or due to dietary restrictions,…
Virtual tour of Kyoto kimono shops lets you travel from the comfort of your home
The novel coronavirus pandemic continues to make it difficult for international travel to Japan, let alone domestic travel within the country. For those who love…
Reward yourself with eight tasty snacks once a month with snaq.me subscription service
As of February 4, 2021, a state of emergency has been declared in Japan in 11 prefectures due to the spread of the novel coronavirus…
“Laid-Back Camp – Virtual: Lake Motosu” launches today on multiple platforms
Those of you who were planning a trip to Japan that got postponed due to the pandemic may have already found ways to experience the…
These pop-up cards are so artistic you’ll want to frame them
How would you like to recreate a fairytale world from the picture books and stories you read as a child right inside your own room?…
Titan-sized “Attack on Titan” tome aims for Guinness record of Largest Comic Book Published
Kodansha Ltd. is releasing a titan-sized* edition of the international hit manga Attack on Titan as part of the excitement surrounding its dramatic conclusion in…
Prevent food waste by enjoying these delicious fruit pastries from Paul Bakery in Japan
Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection, food waste has become a serious problem in Japan. On February 25th, global French bakery chain…
These adorable garden eel mugs and spoons will liven up your beverage breaks and meals
The Splendid Garden Eel and Hass’ Garden Eel are popular in Japanese aquariums for their cute appearance as they stick their bodies out of the…
World’s first private mission to the moon now recruiting 8 crew members from general public
Japanese entrepreneur Yusaku Maezawa announced today, March 3rd, 2021, that he is recruiting eight passengers from around the world to join what is planned to…
Hotel New Otani offers “Dreaming Strawberry STAY” with gelato pique’s pajamas and goods
It’s been difficult to get out and about during the pandemic. Travel-oriented businesses have certainly noticed, and many are hurting. However, some are arranging creative…
Dine like the Queen of Hearts with “Dark Princess – Alice in Wonderland” afternoon tea and parfait
Are you enticed by the combination of chocolate and raspberry? Do you enjoy a fusion of dark, elegant and beautiful in the theme of Alice…