The Japanese are known for their love of green tea, but they are also partial to the odd cup of the milky black tea favoured…

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, masks have become an extremely valuable commodity for people all over the world. In Japan, there have been…

In recent years, giant steps have been made in translation software. Just think how often you use Google Translate. You can use it not just…

犬と猫とどっちも飼ってると毎日たのしい Every Day is Fun Raising Both a Cat and Dog Manga artist Hidekichi Matsumoto (@hidekiccan) is known for works like さばげぶっ (Survival Game Club!)…

Ginza Cozy Corner is a Japanese confectionery shop with branches all over Japan. Aside from the usual cakes and sweets, they also make themed confections…

I was out shopping over the weekend, and I couldn’t help but notice that fall has all but officially begun. The weather is cooler, and…

Aniplex Inc. has announced that a new anime project based on Reki Kawahara’s “Sword Art Online: Progressive” light novels is currently under production. The announcement…

Ayumi Umeno is a mother of three who uploads videos on her Youtube channel, where she talks about her thoughts and advice for other mothers…

Although Japan has more than its fair share of world-class destinations and scenic towns, none are quite as popular as Kyoto. The historic prefecture is…

“Take a trip back in time at Ōedo Onsen Monogatari…” That’s certainly what it says on the tin – question is, does Tokyo’s biggest ‘super-sentō’…

‘Go-To’ is the Japanese government’s nationwide campaign to encourage domestic tourism in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Fear of contracting the disease has kept…

Some Japanese women hide their mouths when they laugh as a matter of etiquette or a mannerism corresponding to a certain traditional feminine ideal. It…

One of the mysteries surrounding Studio Ghibli’s classic film Spirited Away has to do with the identity of the delicious-looking food in the scene where…

In a move which surprised many in the anime community, Studio Ghibli announced on September 18th that it was making images from its films available…

A trend goes wild What’s the latest work trend in Japan? It isn’t teleworking or Zoom Happy Hour. No, according to trend research company Nexer,…