VR Ninja Training Dojo Opens Up In Tokyo
Whether it be through an appeal to fandom of popular anime or simply a love of old school films, Japan boasts quite a few ninja-themed…
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Japanese Police Chides Girl (13), Seeks Prosecution of Two Adults For “Posting Malware”: A Link To A Harmless Browser Crasher Site
(Updated on 3/6 with new Twitter comments) In reaction to the increasing number of online fraud cases, Japan has been stepping up its efforts in…
Artist Behind Creepy Momo Image Destroys Sculpture
If you’ve not heard of the “Momo Challenge,” which authorities in several countries have issued warnings about, you may be familiar the terrifyingly jarring viral…
New Starbucks Japan Branch to Open Inside Kyushu Important Cultural Property
Starbucks is ubiquitous in Japan. There seems to be about ten in Shinjuku alone, and their ambitious plans to open more and more branches has…
Across the Pacific in Two Hours: JAXA Sets Sights on Mach 5 Supersonic Aircraft
(by Shinji Ono for JAPAN Forward) The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is advancing research on a hypersonic Mach 5 passenger aircraft that can cross…
Cinnabon Japan Debuts Limited Edition Sakura Cream Cheese Cinnamon Roll For 2019 Cherry Blossom Season
As a surprisingly early cherry blossom season approaches in Japan, businesses and makers around the country are celebrating with loads of sakura-flavored treats, most notably…
Tokyo’s Pokemon Cafe Reveals One Year Anniversary Menu Complete with Cherry Blossom Pikachu Dessert
Japan’s favourite season is coming. The sakura will be Bellossom-ing and all you will hear from hay fever sufferers is Pik-achoo! The cherry blossom craze…
Expert Chef Shows Off The Delicious Charm Of Fukushima Prefecture Through Riceballs!
In Japan’s Fukushima prefecture, recently a “party” focusing on showcasing regional ingredients was held, headed by traveling catering chef Rua Soda. Soda is known for…
Japan Invents Drinkable Onigiri Rice Balls To Go
The onigiri or rice ball is one of Japan’s most popular traditional snacks. Although they once used to be sold in specialty shops, nowadays they’re…
Japanese Squishy Shiba Inu Marshmallows Are The Cutest Way To Level Up Your Hot Chocolate
Japanese online retailer Felissimo has a reputation for cute and quirky goods, but their YOU+MORE! series (a play on the pronunciation of “humor” in Japanese)…
Goku no Kimochi Head Massage Salon Is a Blissful Sci-Fi Dreamland (Onsite Report)
Head massage specialist salon Goku no Kimochi may be the most sought-after massage establishment in Japan. Since they opened their first shop in Kyoto in…
Japanese Service Creates Wearable Super Realistic Replicas Of Your Pet’s Head
Ultra-realistic animal masks seem to strike the surreal sweet spot between “terrifying” and “adorable”, as seen with Japan’s viral gigantic wearable felt cat heads, but…
teamLab’s Digital Art Wonderland ‘Borderless’ Gets Ephemeral Cherry Blossom Makeover for Spring
Japanese art collective, teamLab, use a mix of digital technology and physical 3D spaces to create an interactive experience like no other. Their fantastical exhibitions,…
Adidas Release Sakura Special Edition Sneakers in Japan for Cherry Blossom Enthusiasts
As spring approaches in Japan, companies are gearing up with their cherry blossom themed products. From beverages and food, to clothing and accessories, everything can…
Japan Invents Microwaveable Potato Chips… Because It Can
(Updated with information on product recall) At first, the idea of microwaving a bag of potato chips doesn’t sound right, even here in Japan. After…