Stay Dry In The Rain Under Colorful Japanese-Style Umbrellas
Rainy days can be a major drag, especially during the rainy season when it feels like it’s always pouring outside. But even just adding a…
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Pikachu Plushies Recover Energy With Different Types Of Comfy Sleeping Bags
Being one of the most well-known anime characters in this century isn’t easy, as taking on dual jobs as an anime actor and a street…
This Cat’s Sleeping Pose After Playing Too Much Is…Too Much
It’s not easy being a cat. Your human plays around with you all day and tires you out, then has the audacity to try and…
Change Your RPG Job Class With These Black And Red Mage Hoodies
Japanese fashion and general oddity shop, Village Vanguard has long been known to carry niche items for just about anyone–including people who can’t brave the…
Collectors Are Torturing This Freddie Mercury Figure With Anime Idol Violence
Legendary Queen-leader and God-tier vocalist Freddie Mercury had his 70th birthday celebrated by Bandai in the form of this lifelike action figure. Expert craftsmanship and…
Karakuri Puppets: The Foundation For Japan’s Advanced Robot Technology
Japan takes its Robotics industry very seriously — just ask one of the country’s most beloved helper-robots, Pepper. But in all seriousness, there are over…
This Shiba Inu Greets Other Dogs With The Most Adorable Song And Dance Routine
Finding time in your day to take your dog out for a walk may seem like a chore to some people, but when you get…
Artists Turn Kumamon Into Symbol Of Support and Solidarity In Wake Of Kumamoto Earthquakes
Following the initial earthquake that struck the island of Kyushu, continuous earthquakes, including a 7.3 magnitude quake in Kumamoto prefecture that killed 32 people and…
Kancho Figures: Finger Stroking Can Bring Friends Closer Together
Although this is not a particular popular well-known Pokemon or Nintendo figure strap, it has some Japanese cultural background attached to it. Despite that it…
Otome: The Baby Monkey Rejected By Her Mother, But Found Family In A Rilakkuma Doll
It’s a story that dates back to 2009, but perhaps with the growing popularity of Rilakkuma, Japan’s famous relaxing bear mascot, it’s time to revisit…
Sunbathe Like A Mermaid This Summer On This Pearly Seashell Float
Admit it — you’ve secretly dreamt of being a mermaid. Well now you can be one (or at least float like one) with this AMAZING…
This Takes The Cake For “WTF Japan” Promotional Campaigns
You probably don’t need much of a reminder that Japan has a reputation for pushing the envelope when it comes to advertising, resulting in some…
Masterful Performance By Two Shamisen Girls Under Sakura Trees Is Simply Awe-Inspiring
It can be a tall order to pick out something that most beautifully represents Japanese culture, but perhaps two selections that would find little argument…
Do Your Makeup Like A Sailor Scout With The Crystal Star Compact
If you grew up watching Sailor Moon, chances are you either owned one of the Sailor Moon compacts, or at least wanted to own one….
Japanese Dude Makes Popcorn With a Hair Straightener
Sometimes the right way isn’t necessarily the fun way. One of the coolest things about making popcorn is watching it pop, which is why many…