Japan’s Totoro Tree will have you convinced the Studio Ghibli spirit lives inside
When traveling the Japanese countryside, it’s hard for fans of beloved animation giant Studio Ghibli to not be struck by the charm and nostalgia of…
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Japan’s one-person ramen hot pot is a game-changer for instant noodle lovers
Akihabara-based retailer Thanko has a knack for crafting quirky but convenient goods meant to match a solo lifestyle. In recent years they’ve released a “secret…
Papercraft artist summons a spectacular witch from a package of chocolates
Some of our grape Japan readers may recall the amazing creations of Japanese papercraft artist 空箱職人 はるきる Harukiru (@02ESyRaez4VhR2l), who takes paper packaging of things…
Cat has hilarious reaction to realizing she won’t get fed until clock strikes 9
For cat owners, the small moment of “not quite feeding time but almost” when a kitty is really hungry can be an adventure. Cats will…
Pikmin traditional Japanese sweets have flowers with a delicious trick
Traditional Japanese sweets, or wagashi, come in a variety of delicious flavors and styles, but what can often make them stand out is how gorgeous…
“I thought she was in elementary school!” How old is this girl with the pretty bob haircut?
On May 13th, 2022, Twitter user ふっちゃん Fucchan (@nyannyan_8919) posted a photo on their Twitter account which made people react with comments such as “Wow!”…
Arrival of baby deer in Nara Park announces the start of the fawning season
Though it seems like we’ve taken a hop, skip and leap right over into the rainiest part of the season, there’s one thing that marks…
“I’m so sorry…” Cat’s play mishap with owner is rewatchable comedy of errors
At some point, every cat owner has had to apologize to their kitty profusely while stifling laughter. @shake_1121 knows that feeling very well, having just…
Baby who can’t crawl has a way of moving that’s just too strong
Monitoring the growth and development of a young child can be quite stressful, especially making sure they hit certain checkmarks you have them scheduled for….
Dog that has a giant crush on her groomer causes them to lose it with new look
Usually for dog owners, detours and stops during walks are a sign of stubbornness. For Japanese Twitter user Shinchiro (@mizwe), however, it’s a bit of…
Nagasaki charms with cutest bus stops that have been a healing spot for over 30 years
After Twitter stumbled upon the most terrifying bus stop in Japan a couple of weeks ago, it would seem a more cheerful palate cleanser might…
“I finally got it!” Fireworks reflected on famous rice terrace in Japan are truly spectacular
While castles, shrines, and temples get a lot of the glory, Japan’s rice fields can sneak under the radar when it comes to the country’s…
“How to preserve a cake?” Reverse thinking proves genius lifehack
There’s nothing quite like the anticipation of waiting to bust open a newly bought cake for a celebration, but storing them in wait can sometimes…
“Like the entrance to another world!” A photo taken on a deserted island that’ll Spirit you Away
Japanese artist duo sara (@sara2626_if) consists of photographer Arai and illustrator sako. By adding sako’s graffiti like illustrations over Arai’s photography of gorgeous scenery around…
Photo from the real life holy site of Makoto Shinkai’s Your Name leaves netizens speechless
While there are definitely some photogenic places around Japan that strikingly look like anime scenes come to life, fans use the term seichi (“Holy Ground”…