Japan now has “coronavirus-fighting” beer, Amabie IPA, with a label by “Moyasimon” creator Masayuki Ishikawa
If you’ve been reading grape Japan lately, then there’s a good chance that you know about Amabie アマビエ. Legend has it the yōkai 妖怪 (monster)…
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Artist creates breakfast moment of Zen with awesome Japanese rock garden toast
Designer and artist Manami Sasaki has taken up quite the creative and delicious project in terms of dealing with stay and work from home protocol….
Japan’s fried shrimp umbrella is weirdly realistic yet weirdly stylish
Felissimo are a Japanese brand that specialise in cute, fun, and strange items that you never knew you needed. Their eccentric YOU+MORE series (a play…
Disenfranchised parasite singles in Japan look to their parents to help find a spouse
Japanese culture is caring and considerate. Consider how family members care for pets, and you’ll quickly see they are practically surrogate children. Nevertheless, essential life…
The rockenest most Osakanest granny idol group in town
Every generation has its heroes: John Wayne, The Beatles, Steve McQueen, Bruce Springsteen, Doogie Howser. Yet, these days in Japan, you’re more likely to see…
Celebrities on TikTok and popular videos in Japan
If you count yourself as one of the fans of the TikTok application, you probably know how to use it already and how to search…
A few observations on the state of ADHD treatment in Japan
Not too long ago, I was working on an article entitled Five Stupid Ways to Get Arrested in Japan, in which I mentioned the perils…
Laundromat in a traditional Japanese house offers old-fashioned ambiance while you do your wash
Traditional Japanese houses are beautiful: from wide entranceways complete with thick wooden steps to rooms with Buddhist shrines and sliding parchment doors. To a westerner,…
What is the difference between Okashi, Dagashi, and Wagashi?
I believe that many people get confused with the terms okashi（お菓子), dagashi (駄菓子), and wagashi(和菓子). In this article, I will explain what the difference between…
Bestselling ‘Hyalo Deep Patches’ erase wrinkles under your eyes
Millions of people peer into the mirror every morning and wonder if anything can be done about the lines under their eyes. They’re caused by…
Top cafes where you can enjoy the finest Matcha drinks and desserts in Tokyo
Matcha has become very popular among all generations and its culture has been booming outside of Japan, too, gaining fans all over the world. For…
Sensōji Temple’s Kaminarimon Gate Gets a New Giant Lantern
With social distancing measures keeping everyone away from one another, this lockdown is the perfect time for a make-over. What better time to restart than…
Murderers on the lamb, police abuse-incited riots all part of life for Osaka’s day laborers
The streets of Osaka can be rough. You’d be forgiven for not noticing upon first glance. Japan itself is an incredibly safe nation, especially when…
Customizable Mother’s Day animal bouquets are the perfect gift for pet-loving moms
My Peridot is a Japanese flower shop that puts an undeniably cute spin on flower arrangements. They specialize in making boxed flower gifts and bouquets…
Mothra Sneakers: Cool Leather Cocoons for Your Feet
Last year, footwear company Patrick collaborated with the Godzilla franchise to create these king of kawaii Chibi Godzilla trainers. Ever since, citizens across Japan have…