Hyokkame Solo Exhibition: Discover The Surreal and Kawaii World of Artistic Kigurumi Masks
If you’re visiting Tokyo this January and your interests fall somewhere within the Venn diagram of anime, manga, Japanese subculture and art, then there’s a…
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Treat Yourself To All Of Japan’s Regional Delicacies And Traditional Performances At Furusato Matsuri Tokyo 2020
First-time travelers to Japan can often be overwhelmed when putting together their itinerary, as the country offers so many delicacies, festivities, and traditions spread throughout…
Local Senior Citizens Build Beautiful Straw “Year of The Rat” Guardian In Front Of Shrine
When Japanese Twitter user Yuta Yoshida (@yutatatatata recently visited the Tohashira Shrine located near their family home in Hyogo prefecture, they may have found the…
Hello Kitty Collaborates with Famous Maid Cafe @home cafe in Akihabara
If you’re into anime and manga, then you’ve probably seen your share of cute characters sporting nekomimi (cat ears). You may have even seen a…
Tokyo 2020 Official Posters Include Hirohiko Araki, Naoki Urasawa; Exhibition Ongoing
On January 6th, 2020, the Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (Tokyo 2020) unveiled the twenty Tokyo 2020 official art posters, 12…
Starbucks Japan Kicks Off New Year With Roasted Green Tea Cream Frappuccino
Starbucks Japan just finished up a series of winter releases that offered Christmas Cake, Santa Boots Chocolate, and even mochi Frappuccinos. Now Starbucks Japan is…
Japanese Artist Crafts Awesome Paper Miniature Model Of Shinjuku
We’ve seen some impressive paper art from Japan in the past, but Nagoya-based office worker Toshi (@Fe2AEiFqz0X9AYw) may have set the bar with his now…
Japanese Illustrator Turns Dogs And Cats Into The Most Adorable Noble Warriors
You may remember talented Japanese illustrator, manga artist, and animal enthusiast PonkichiM for his adorable alternative shiba inu yen banknotes. When Japan’s Finance Ministry announced…
Get Gear Featuring Namco Bandai, Nintendo & Cave Games at Video Game Tokyo Pop Up Store
Video Game Tokyo Pop Up Store If you’re a video game fan visiting Tokyo in January and February 2020, you’ll probably be headed to Akihabara…
Bingo the Otter is in Love with His Litterbox
Whether it’s a memorable place, a gift we’ve received, or best friends, everyone has something that they can call a treasure. And when someone tries…
Japanese Bakery Serves Up Fluffy And Sweet Mt. Fuji Bread
Japanese bakeries often offer a wide variety of flavored breads, but sometimes its the shape of the loaf that steals the show, as seen recently…
Japanese Giant Hornets: So Dangerous that Suzume Bachi Hunters Must Hunt Them!
We all know that wasps are the most aggressive type of bees and due to anaphylactic shock, an allergic symptom caused by their sting, wasps…
Square Enix Cafe in Akihabara to Close in January 2020
Shocking Announcement by Square Enix Square Enix has just announced that their cafe in Akihabara, Tokyo, will close on January 17, 2020. Official Announcement by…
Pokemon Center Tokyo Bay Tempt Trainers Out to Chiba with Giant Surfer Pikachu and Pikachu Parade
Often, one of the priorities for tourists visiting Tokyo is a pilgrimage to the Pokemon Center. The fabled dream destination of our childhood has several…
Japan Now Has Pancake Steamed Buns
It’s a Herculean task to walk into a Japanese convenience store and not fall victim to the siren call of nikuman, or steamed pork buns,…