Although usually docile, alligator snapping turtles (Macrochelys temminckii), native to freshwater habitats in the United States, are capable of delivering a powerful bite with their…

Cosplay is back for the first time in three years, as fans from various parts of the world gather in Nagoya dressed as their favorite…

One of the most popular kinds of popsicles in Japan and a favorite during summer is the スイカバー suika bā, literally a “watermelon bar.” Like…

Showa retro drinks and “cream soda” As part of the “Showa retro” trend, there’s been a renewed interest in drinks such as ice cream floats…

You may have heard of たい焼き taiyaki cakes. As seen in the image below, these cakes are shaped like sea breams (鯛 tai), considered an…

On August 28th, 2022, model and actress Anne Watanabe released a video on her YouTube channel that has been attracting a lot of attention. She…

When you think of soccer manga, typically you would imagine a story with team work, friendship and comradery as its main themes, but have you…

Do you know this Japanese expression: ごはんのおとも gohan no otomo? Gohan is cooked rice and otomo is companion. The literal translation for gohan no otomo…

The Showa retro trend in Japan In the last few years in Japan, nostalgia for the Showa Era (1926-1989) has become a growing trend, and…

A photo taken and posted on Twitter by 狐仙人乃弟子トコノオルタ (kitsune sennin no deshi tokono oruta | “Fox hermit disciple Tokono Orta”), who enjoys taking photos…

A popular side dish in many parts of North America and Europe, coleslaw is made by seasoning finely shredded raw cabbage with mayonnaise, oil, vinegar,…

The popularity of raw milk In the last decade or so, unpasteurized (or “raw”) milk has become a popular food fad among health-conscious and organic…

Camping continues to be a popular activity in Japan. Recently, rental car companies and campsites have also taken a greater interest in the inbound tourism…

When a manga, anime or game franchise in Japan becomes a hit, chances are companies begin lining up to produce special collaboration goods. And when…

August, when children typically enjoy their summer break, is also a time for many of them to spend more time with their families. Twitter user…