Wow, Pikachu Has Really Let Himself Go
You would figure that with his lightning quick attacks and his own parade in Yokohama, Pikachu would have no problem staying in shape, but it…
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Japanese Artist Combines Paper Cutting And Washi Art To Create Heartwarming Masterpieces
Artists seeking to thrive in the fast-paced internet society of our modern times often take to social media to give their artwork more exposure on…
After Losing His Wallet In Japan, Malaysian Man Elated By Kindness And Efficiency
Even when dealing in positives, it’s never wise to make sweeping generalizations about a country. However, you’ll find that most foreign visitors to Japan come…
Tokyo Reveals AI Technology Yui As Their Futuristic Car For The Year 2030
It’s hard to predict the future, but we can dream of what the future could be like. Recently, Japanese automobile maker Toyota unveiled their vision…
Green Tea The Coffee Way: First Drip-Green Tea House Opens Up In Tokyo
Japan’s love for green tea has translated into everything from the world’s most intense matcha ice cream to green tea flavored Kahlúa, so it should…
Japan Noodle Trio Is Bringing Matcha And Other Japanese Flavors To Your Favorite Instant Noodles
If you’re feeling like 2017 has kicked off with a rather bland start, Nissin’s new Japan Noodle Trio might just be what you never knew…
Nothing Says “Japanese Commercial” Like Turning Your Nose Into A Faucet
You probably don’t need a reminder that Japanese television commercials can range from incredibly badass to bizarre and eccentric, so it’s always a testament to…
Original Ghost In The Shell Film Returning To U.S. Theaters In February
While many remain anxious about the upcoming Hollywood live-action version of Mamoru Oshii’s cyberpunk anime classic Ghost in the Shell, fans will have chance to…
Puppy Striking Proud Pose In Front Of Hachiko Is Too Much For Shibuya To Handle
Even those who haven’t been to Japan will be familiar with the story of Hachiko, the faithful Akita (not a Shiba, contrary to popular belief)…
Fairy Tale Pajamas From Japan Let You Lounge Around As Alice, Snow White, And More
Pajamas and “roomwear” made for lounging about indoors and in style aren’t exactly new in Japan. After all, we’ve seen Japanese schoolgirl sailor uniform pajamas,…
Japanese Artist Paints A Dragon Using The One Stroke Technique
Dragons have long been regarded as wise, godly entities in Japanese culture, and one small studio in Tochigi Prefecture specializes in artwork depicting the mystical…
Tokyo’s Fruitiest Ramen: PaPaPaPaPine!
Updated on August 17, 2018 Pineapple Ramen Shop: PaPaPaPaPain Ramen is a famously popular dish in Japan, with many varieties to choose from: whether you…
Japan’s First All Female Sushi Restaurant Seeks To Challenge Tradition
While Japanese food has benefited from a consistently developing boom around the world, there are still some voices from staunch traditionalists in the culinary world…
Shiba Inu Breaks Out Spider-Man Moves So He Can See His Best Buddy
While Christmas in Japan boasts magical illuminations, romantic date spots, and KFC dinners in Japan, the New Year is the country’s central Winter holiday, and…
Shangrila: Japan’s First Plus-Size Maid Cafe
Themed cafes are very popular in Japan with new, novel takes on this concept cropping up and finding success in the larger cities. Maid cafes…