“Summer Wars” 10th anniversary celebrations On August 1, 2009, Mamoru Hosoda’s feature-length animated film “Summer Wars” was released in Japanese movie theaters. The film, about…

This Japanese artist says that he gets a lot of joy from hearing that his work looks tasty, and it’s a compliment he receives often….

Last week we introduced the ‘Neko Cup’, a life aide which will finally help you create the peaceful world you’ve always dreamed of. One filled…

Like many who watched Detective Pikachu, Japanese Twitter user Montomi (@shigemochi_kun) left the theater wishing for their very own world-class detective Pokemon to have adventures…

From Jasmine kimono to Aladdin themed desserts, Japan has been thoroughly celebrating the classic animated film’s live action remake, with all manner of goods. Despite…

(Updated on July 22, 2019) Worst confirmed arson incident in postwar Japan On July 18th, around 10:30 am, black smoke began to billow out of…

Japan has been going through a relentless rainy season for the past month, and these unusual circumstances have resulted in an unsettling discovery. This slimy…

Several temporary Sailor Moon themed cafes have appeared and disappeared in major Japanese cities over the years. The ultimate magical girl anime has legions of…

With the massive surge in tourism, there must be companies lining up to open branches in Kyoto’s famous sightseeing districts. But the town remains strict…

Rather than finishing off official forms and documents by signing their name with a pen, Japanese people use a stamp, known as a hanko or…

Have you ever been soothed by the sight of a napping cat when strolling around outside? Japanese design brand Ash Koncent is embracing that concept…

This walrus has won the heart of many an anime fan with her special skills. Ku-chan lives in Toba Aquarium in Mie prefecture and her…

As many of our readers already may know, Makoto Shinkai’s “Weathering with You” will open in Japanese theaters on July 19th, 2019. The release of…

One thing Numazu in Shizuoka prefecture has gained a level of fame for is serving as the backdrop of popular anime Love Live! Sunshine!!, as…

If you’ve ever had fantasies of being a feudal lord in Japan and living the castle life, you may have your chance as Hirado Castle…