Giant French Lop Cushions Are The Cuddle Buddy Bunnies We All Need
When Japanese online shop Felissimo isn’t bolstering their YOU+MORE! series (a play on the pronunciation of “humor” in Japanese) with scratch and sniff sheets that…
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New Three Step, One Minute Prep Yukata Pajamas Look Like The Real Deal
Japanese manufacturer and retailer Bibi Lab has a reputation for releasing unique and hybrid “room wear”, or pajamas, that respond to interesting needs they identify…
Studio Ghibli’s Kiki Returns As 17-Year-Old Schoolgirl For Cup Noodle Commercial
Whether it’s creating a Giant Ultima Weapon Fork from Final Fantasy or having seven armor-clad samurai show off extreme sports skills, Nissin Cup Noodles never…
Japanese Baseball Team’s New Mascot Stuns Crowd By “Evolving” Into Creepy Third Form
We have some fairly recent proof that Japanese mascots sometimes step out of the box to gain attention–such as Tokyo’s newest mascot, the pink poop…
The Amazing Pop-Up Penguin Bomb And How To Make It
People in Japan have been buzzing with simple amazement and jealousy ever since Twitter user phil0x0 off this cool video demonstrating the quick pop-up action…
Butterfly Pea-Flavored Jellyfish Tea Bag Will Turn Your Tea Into A Beautiful Blue Ocean
For one reason or another, tea bags have become a source of creativity for tea companies looking to bring some more excitement to a delicious…
Japanese Wedding Company Is Renting Out Stunning Dresses Made From Vintage Kimonos For Brides-To-Be
Long gone are the days when kimonos were worn as everyday garments by the women and men of Japan. Now, the traditional robes are worn…
The Newest Tokyo Mascot Is Loyal Dog Hachiko’s Swirly Pink Poop
You may have noticed that Japan has a fondness for mascot characters, so much that they hold an annual competition to crown a national champion…
Kirin Beer Is Giving Away Curry Fountain Fondue Machines
If you’ve ever found yourself looking over the plethora of beer cans in the alcohol section of Japanese supermarkets and convenience stores, you may have…
Japan’s Rare “White Jewel” Strawberries Are Berry Expensive
Great Big Story has covered some fascinating topics in Japan, including the country’s first all-female staffed sushi restaurant, the beautiful world of traditional Japanese sweets,…
Brighten Up The Beach While Relaxing On Giant Rainbow Floats
Last summer, beach-goers were able to make their official mermaid debut with luxurious seashell floats from pucapuca. The giant float, which is big enough to…
Universal Studios Japan Teases Super Nintendo World In New Trailer, Mario Stage Photos
Osaka’s Universal Studios Japan is making preparations for an expansion to their facilities called Super Nintendo World, which as the name should tell you, is…
Sailor Moon Blush And Brushes Are Essentials For Every Sailor Scout’s Makeup Routine
For the majority of us Sailor Moon fans who don’t have the cosmetic prowess to turn into actual Sailor Senshi, Japanese companies have graced us…
Vintage Japanese Sukajan Jackets Embroidered With Studio Ghibli Film Characters
Update: Japan Trend Online Shop has the jackets now available for pre-order. Whether it’s a No-Face Piggy Bank that gobbles up coins and plays music…
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[Part 4] Professional Anime Artist Turns His Sons’ Sketches Into Amazing Anime Characters
Tokyo-based French anime artist Thomas Romain (Symphogear, Space Dandy, Aria, Macross Delta, and Basquash!) makes the best of his profession and his father-and-son play time…