Magic Sakura Tree: The new way to enjoy flower-viewing at home
Annually during springtime, many people in Japan gather in parks to enjoy flower-viewing (hanami 花見, in Japanese) and specifically, the beautiful sakura (cherry blossom) trees….
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North candles: Beautiful Vegan and Eco-Friendly Soy Wax Candles shipped from Hokkaido
The time we spend in our homes has increased since the pandemic, so probably many people find themselves seeking calmness, coziness, and a relaxing ambient…
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train gets release date for DVD and Blu-ray
It’s full steam ahead for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train, with 16 June 2021 being announced as the official DVD and…
The BDP lipstick-free mask is now on sale
Brand Design Plus, abbreviated as BDP, is a Japanese graphic and apparel design company based in the home of fashion boutiques, Daikanyama, also known as…
Buy this authentic paella kit and help beloved Niigata restaurant Tío Pepe survive pandemic
Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection, many restaurants and eateries facing economic crisis have decided to close their businesses, while others are…
SDGs food mall WakeAi links ailing producers & consumers in Japan; now 5% off in campaign
As in many countries around the world, the Japanese economy has suffered due to the spread of the novel coronavirus. At one time, the government…
Vtuber group hololive English marks half-year milestone with special broadcasts, goods, album
Since their debut in September 2020, the Vtuber group “hololive English -Myth-” has collectively registered more than 2 million YouTube channel subscribers, attracting legions of…
Try your voice acting anime chops with the new smartphone app SAY-U
It goes without saying that we here at grape Japan are big fans of anime and manga. We translate and post content by independent manga…
New York fashion brand LeSportsac collaborates with Studio Ghibli on Totoro collection
LeSportsac is a New York handbag and luggage brand that is known for their functional designs and eye-catching prints. This month, they released a new…
VR Kareshi Set for a 2021 Release, Opens Pre-registration
The virtual landscape of interactive games has opened up immensely in recent years, utilizing Augmented Reality (AR) technology for things like Pokémon GO and Dragon…
Shibuya & Kyoto art cultures unite in “Asachill presents SHIBUYAGION- Group Exhibition”
Kyoto pop icon Asachill Some of our long-term grape Japan readers may recall model, singer, artist, Harajuku fashion leader and Kyoto pop icon Asachill. We…
Drink banana beer and promote Izu Peninsula tourism industry suffering during pandemic
The Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture offers hot springs and abundant nature. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan, attracting people…
These beautiful reusable straws are expertly crafted Minoyaki ceramic ware from Japan
The problem with paper straws Plastic waste is being reduced all over the world. In an effort to protect the global environment, many efforts are…
New mystery anthology cover illustration offers a witty twist on the “Toast of Tardiness” trope
出会いすぎる曲がり角 A corner of too-frequent encounters If you’re into manga and anime, you’ve probably seen it before. The so-called “Toast of Tardiness” trope in which…
Telework at Big Echo karaoke and help them offset pandemic-induced revenue slump
As you can imagine, getting groups of friends together in a relatively small karaoke room isn’t exactly the best way to spend your time during…