Japan’s Fallen Leaf Art Is Keeping Autumn’s Beauty Alive And Surprisingly Cute
Japan takes a lot of pride in their distinctly visible seasons, so when Autumn comes around, koyou–or leaves turning red, yellow, and orange–scenery taking on…
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Japanese Sumi-e Artist Brings Rurouni Kenshin Characters To Life With Brilliant Ink Paintings
We’ve seen highly impressive traditional Japanese ink paintings embrace characters of popular fiction before, most recently and seamlessly seen with these Star Wars bujinga, or…
You’ll Love Loafing Around On These Cushy Bread Sofa Beds
There’s no shortage of fluffy white bread loaves in Japanese bakeries, and ever since we’ve seen the adorably comfy bread chairs from Village/Vanguard, it’s been…
Orinigiri: Combining Origami and Onigiri To Make Beautifully Shaped Rice Balls
Origami, the traditional paper folding art of Japan, has such a global presence and appreciation that at times it is hard to even associate the…
How To Be A Buff Otaku With Just A Body Pillow And Some Pocky
Considering you can be an otaku regarding just about any hobby, it would be unfair to generalize all otaku as unfit or not interested in…
Super Patient Cat Buddies Never Miss Bath Time Together
While we’ve seen cats treat the bathtub like an onsen (Japanese hot spring) before, but for the most part, it remains a universal feline stereotype…
Kyoto Brand Reveals 2016 Winter Collection For Modern Kimono Wear
It’s hard to find anyone wearing a kimono in Japan unless it’s for a special occasion, but that doesn’t negate the fact that there are…
Charming Anime Style Star Wars Fan Art Series Is Heartwarming Enough For The Whole Galaxy
Given that the Star Wars franchise takes some inspiration from multiple aspects of early Japan, it should be no surprise that we’ve seen some amazing…
Iron Maiden Ukiyo-e Art Turns Eddie Into A Savage Killer Of Edo Period Japan
We’ve seen modern day Ukiyo-e, traditional Japanese woodblock prints, artists look to famous rock musicians for inspiration in their work to help rejuvenate interest in…
The Ninjacket Will Stylishly Protect Every Modern Ninja On A Mission
After the success of the Samurai Hoodies released earlier this year, Tokyo Otaku Mode is collaborating with STUDIO696 to create soft, warm, and stylishly stealthy…
Japanese Brewing Company Is Using DNA Data To Create The Perfect Beer Glass For Every Drinker
Nothing beats a cold glass of beer at the end of the day, but a beer glass designed just for you could elevate that drink…
Wear A Kotatsu And Be A Japanese School Girl At The Same Time With Sailor Kotatsu Pajamas
Japanese online retailer Bibilab is no stranger to eccentric indoor clothing and pajamas, including a pigtails shaped pillow bed that you can wear. But now…
Adorable Munchkin Cat In Japan Tries To Catch Virtual Fish With Heart-Melting Technique
Whether it’s struggling to climb a cat tower or battling with Jedi master Yoda, the short and stumpy legs of munchkin kitties just seem to…
88-Year-Old Photographer’s Comical New Year’s Postcards Will Kick 2017 Off With A Laugh
You may have seen 88-year-old amateur photographer Kimiko Nishimoto’s comical self-portraits before. With a sharp eye for humor and the ability to laugh at herself,…
Yakuza 6 Means The Return Of The Most Cathartic Experience In Video Games
Anyone who has spent the time and effort it takes to get invested into the worthwhile Yakuza series knows the simple joy of a bizarre…