Mother draws up blueprints and crafts brilliant costume when son asks to be a railroad crossing for Halloween
As fun a time as Halloween is, every year parents of young children probably get a little anxious when they ask their kid want they…
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Diner’s “too good” way of eating curry has foodies in awe
Just like everywhere else it’s enjoyed, curry in Japan is a big time comfort food. Whether it be served with gigantic katsu, in addictive buns,…
Halloween ghost cakes that don’t really look like ghosts a sweets hit in Japan
Spooky season may have come and gone in Japan, but the month of October saw plenty of terrifying demon parades and Halloween celebrations, and especially…
Cat demonstrates impenetrable “stone transformation” defense when taken to the vet
While it’s necessary to keep a good eye on their health, it’s an unfortunate truth for pet owners that can evoke some pretty stressed reactions…
Frieza’s Hover Pod as a giant comfy cushion will have you lounging in Dragon Ball style
Even for the most dedicated Dragon Ball fans, it’s hard to imagine feeling as fabulous and powerful as Lord Frieza while lounging at home. Thanks…
French Embassy in Japan welcomes its “tanuki ambassador” in witty viral Tweet
As of 2022, there are 157 embassies in Japan, each one doing important diplomatic work for their respective countries. Most posts from the Twitter accounts…
Microwave mishap turns steamed buns into steamed bra
Nikuman, or steamed pork buns, are a definitely a fan favorite of the hot food section at Japanese convenience stores–especially since they come in a…
“Dirty chips” we found at Japanese convenience store have a devilish surprise
Japanese convenience stores typically stock an amazing and frequently changing variety of potato chips. Whether it’s gourmet flavors like butter and scallops or grilled wagyu…
Personal trainer parakeet joins in whenever her owner plays Fit Boxing
Twitter user Right Click (@Migi_c) lives with three very energetic parakeets (perhaps a bit redundant to say), and the trio are very interested in Right…
Ragdoll cat’s hiding place proves even fluffy kitties can pull off disappearing acts
The sudden switch from panic to stupefied relief that comes with discovering where your cat was all along after desperately searching all over the house…
Student’s reaction to seeing a Game Boy Color for the first time has Japanese gamers reeling
As nostalgic and fun as it is to return to it, there’s nothing that serves a reminder of your aging like the entertainment when you…
Japan’s “hardest food”? You may be in for a surprise when you learn this Japanese word
Although there are numerous Japanese dishes the likes of ramen, tonkatsu, and tempura which appeal to the majority of foreign visitors, there are some Japanese…
Nissin’s idea for Cup Noodle cheer poms has noodle lovers ready to form ramen cheer squads
With actual releases like Cup Noodle humidifiers and Cup Noodle soda, it can be hard to tell what zany ideas Japanese instant noodle giant Nissin…
Shiba inu can’t stop eating during walks, so she turns into a duck
Walks are an important routine for a dog’s health, and sometimes doubles as the fun highlight of their day. Unfortunately more excitable doggos have a…
Duck in Japan adorably protests Halloween season
Halloween is almost here, and that means its time for everybody to try and get in the spirit of the spooky season–including pets, even if…