Turtles and other cute animals inspire bread created in celebration of Japan’s Children’s Day
Children’s Day is a holiday in Japan when people celebrate children’s happiness and wish them good health. Taking place every May 5th, it’s not uncommon…
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Petite YouTuber eats sumo-sized 4000 kcal of grape jelly and chugs a 1000 kcal giant coffee
Japanese food is fantastic. After a long day of work, there is nothing like pigging out on teishoku, a set menu of Japanese cuisine. A…
5 Reasons Japan Should Quit Smoking
(Duncan Bartlett, for JAPAN Forward) There’s never been a better time to give up cigarettes. I gave up smoking about eight years ago, and I…
Japanese drugstore commended for sign posted, mask-selling policy
COVID-19 continues to menace countries across the world. Due to the rampant spread of the coronavirus, people line up in front of drugstores all over…
Osaka hotel’s samurai helmet inspired cake gives you a sweet taste of feudal Japan
The feudal era of Japan might be long gone, but the influence of samurais is still visible in modern day Japan. From traditional armor fitted…
Make your outfit blossom with these handmade sakura mochi hats
Every year, thousands of people in Japan gather in parks during spring to appreciate cherry blossoms in a custom that’s called hanami. This year, however,…
Japanese artist’s stunning photograph-esque illustrations look like a charming anime
It’s hard to look at the illustrations of Kouki Ikegami (@winter_parasol) and not feel as if you’re looking at the concept art for a gorgeous…
Japanese Twitter user shows challenges of raising kids through Sylvanian Families dolls
Raising kids is no easy job—there are no days off, every day is different, and it often requires juggling different things all at the same…
1,400 Year Old “Red Sign” Mystery in Japan’s Sky Solved
1,400 years ago Japan was undergoing significant changes. The introduction of Buddhism into the country had led to the development of Japanese literature, art, society…
The Fate of 3 Puppies Left on a Doorstep…
On March 12th, twitter user Hosoe (@la_hosoe), received an unusual LINE message from her mom. Glancing down at her phone, this is what she saw:…
Discarded plastic umbrellas are reborn as fashionable bags and accessories by sustainable brand PLASTICITY
The clear plastic umbrella: from trend to trash When Beat Takeshi appeared with a plastic umbrella in the seminal film Battle Royale (2000), many audience…
Iconic Japanese “moving ramen” display is now a capsule toy which actually moves
If you’ve been to Japan before, chances are you’ve seen a “moving ramen” display in front of a ramen shop. Ever popular among foreign tourists,…
New Japanese mobile app Casty offers “room-peeping” streaming service
Live streaming apps are so plentiful these days that there’s already an astonishing number to choose from. From old-timers like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Periscope,…
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel staff displays heartwarming hospitality by surprising a guest during coronavirus closure
Anyone who’s ever been to Japan can attest to the level of hospitality and service that the country’s service staff provides. In fact, there’s even…
Hatsune Miku returns with a sporty new look for Calbee’s chips with salt and spring onion
Virtual diva Hatsune Miku has had her share of products associated with her image. We’ve seen everything from Miku pigtail cushions, shampoo, and even bento…