New Valentine’s Day-themed Pikachu and Eevee plush toys debut in crane games across Japan
As if Pikachu and Eevee weren’t already cute enough, Bandai Namco has come up with a new collection of Valentine’s Day-themed merch starring the two…
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Japanese baking mold turns your food into wide-eyed cat faces
Cats are quite popular in Japan. So if you’re a cat lover looking for goodies of your favorite animal, you’re sure to find everything you…
Relive Japan’s outrageous gyaru style with these capsule toys
Trends might come and go but some are definitely here to stay. This is one sentiment that’s been proven by the fashion subculture that is…
Universal Studios Japan announces addition of Attack on Titan and Sailor Moon rides
Following a postponement in 2021, Universal Studios Japan (USJ) is bringing back one of their most anticipated special events with Universal Cool Japan 2022. This…
Cute demon cakes & delicious bread inspired by a Japanese proverb!
As you may know, kawaii (cute) is an important aspect of modern Japanese culture. Osaka’s Sheraton Miyako Hotel has changed even scary demons (鬼 oni)…
This color-changing Usamaru mug will warm your heart!
Are you looking for a nice gift for Valentine’s Day? If so, you might want to add these very lovely and fun Usamaru うさまる mugs…
Japanese stop-motion artist’s amazing Gundam model video looks like it could be a commercial
Many of our readers have seen plastic Gundam models (otherwise known as Gunpla) before. Some may even own one or two and others may have…
Diorama artist’s stunningly realistic traffic light fools Japanese Twitter
MAJIRI (@Cityscape_Std) from Cityscape Studio creates realistic dioramas of urban landscapes. His handiwork has been in the spotlight recently after he posted it on his…
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Here are five of the delicious puddings you can buy at 7-Eleven Japan [Product Review]
First-time visitors to Japan are often astonished to discover the variety of products available at 7-Eleven convenience stores. And for those who want to satisfy…
Unusual button says a lot about Japanese aquarium’s friendly and approachable attitude
Hajime Yamauchi 山内創 (@suymuc), director of the 北の大地の水族館（山の水族館）kita no daichi no suizokukan (yama no suizokukan) (Northern Land aquarium [mountain aquarium]) in Hokkaido, regularly shares information…
Japanese toddler’s favorite face mask makes passers-by do a double take
When you wear a face mask, it usually hides your mouth and the contours of your face. Some people think it makes them look better,…
Sailor Moon and Sanrio characters set to team up in special anniversary collaboration
A very special announcement has been made for the 30th anniversary of the Sailor Moon series, which includes a first-of-its kind collaboration between two sets…
These patterned Japanese confections are too beautiful to eat
These patterned Japanese confections are too beautiful to eat One Shiga-based confectionery is making a unique type of sweet that is Japanese all the way…
Japanese photographer captures a flying Daruma doll “escaping” the flames of a ritual bonfire
Daruma dolls like the ones shown below are traditionally sold with the eyeballs unpainted. Those who are setting goals paint one eye to ask for…
Japanese restaurant staff unwittingly creates horror scene when preparing employee meals
Sometimes you don’t realize the implications of your actions until after you see the finished product. This definitely was the case at a Tokyo restaurant…