The novel coronavirus pandemic has taken a toll around the globe, and Japan in particular has been dealing with a sickness mask shortage that has…

As Japan continues its struggle to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, everyone has their unique means of combating the trying situation. Convenience store Lawson generously…

As we introduced last year, capsule toy and novelty goods maker Kitan Club came out with a very kawaii toy series featuring hamsters and a…

As Spring settles over Japan, convenience stores retire their steaming tanks of oden, and vending machine drinks options slowly turn to only cold. It’s a…

Japanese artist creates stunningly realistic pen and pencil illustrations Talented illustrator Yuuki Tokuda is well known not only on Twitter and Instagram for his original…

With people around the world stuck at home due to the pandemic, many of those who have VR gear now have more time to explore…

Known for their stealth and speed, microdrones arguably share some of the abilities that ninjas were prized for. Taking a hint from this possible connection…

If you’re not familiar with talented papercraft artist and Japanese university student Haruki (@02ESyRaez4VhR2l) by name, you may have seen his numerous celebrated works floating…

In an effort to increase awareness of the novel coronavirus in Japan and promote correct knowledge about infection prevention measures, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Welfare…

A natural segue from a visit to the Imperial Palace and Hibiya Park During your stay in Tokyo, chances are you will want to visit…

In the midst of the coronavirus, some companies in Japan have been making employees work from home, and local governments like Tokyo have also been…

Will Fee, for JAPAN Foward A wild-haired and wild-eyed young man. In one hand, a cigarette; in the other, a baby. To his left, the…

In robot-loving Japan, automation is changing the landscape of everyday life. Robot shop clerks greet perusing customers, and automatons take latte orders. Lonely residents, on…

This past Sunday, March 29th, temperatures plummeted throughout the greater Kanto region, blanketing the northern area in snow as deep as 23 centimeters in Gunma…

There are many excellent shoujo manga out there. Here are a few of my favorites I’d like to share with you. Skip Beat この投稿をInstagramで見る @mang.a2020がシェアした投稿…