City girl shows country-living power and impresses with bubble tea made from scratch!
Bubble tea or boba has been booming in Japan, with it’s popularity even seeing the release of tapioca topped pizza and a bubble tea theme…
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Japanese hamster cookies are just too cute to eat!
Japanese sweets artist mocha mocha (@mochamochamm) has a tasty talent for baking up delicious treats that we fear may be too cute to eat. For…
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“Maid cafes are just the beginning”: Maid robot creator reveals his master plan [Interview]
Ever since Rosie in The Jetsons, the concept of the maid robot has become synonymous with a fictionalized version of the near future. In Japanese…
Japanese artist stuns Twitter with dramatic growth in skill since middle school
It’s not uncommon for skilled artists to already show signs of their genius from an early age. However, for Japanese artist ハンカチ Hankachi (@koutyakizoku), their…
Mimicry in style! Transforming Ditto nail art will play with your perception
It sure would be nice to be able to admire Pokémon in the real world. NAIL STUDIO STELLAR (@NAIL_STELLAR), a nail salon in Osaka, has…
In “most beautiful” nighttime sakura photo, cherry blossoms aren’t the real star
One of the biggest highlights of spring in Japan is undoubtedly sakura. When cherry blossoms are in full bloom, many organize hanami (cherry blossom viewing)…
New capsule toy series shows just how different Denny’s Japan’s menu is
When many Americans hear the name Denny’s, the immediate image of heaty Grand Slam breakfasts and a smorgasbord of diner food that ranges from burgers…
1-year-old impresses with adorable technique in sumo wrestling debut
Never underestimate the strength of a toddler. That may have been what Akiyoshi Nagai (@rien0514) was thinking when he watched his 1-year-old son make his…
Princess Mononoke cosplayer’s gear is so amazing she can actually ride Yakul
Directed by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke is a certified anime classic filled with beloved characters. So it’s no wonder cosplayers are…
After forgetting to use it for four years, man finds “treasure” in noodle dipping sauce
It’s always a good idea to check on and clear out your fridge every once in a while. This can be much easier to forget…
Limited edition knitted hoodies feature Hokusai prints reimagined into pixel art
Knitting has long been a part of the regional culture of Tokyo’s Sumida Ward, with a history in its trade dating back to the Edo…
A gigantic “HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE” appears on Awaji Island this April
It doesn’t matter who you are, or where you’re based, the chances are you’ve heard of Japan’s most popular mascot – Hello Kitty.The cat-girl is…
One-Punch Man artist stretches believability with godly “practice drawing”
Yusuke Murata, the celebrated artist behind hit manga and anime series One-Punch Man and Eyeshield 21, is known for his exceptionally high level of illustrative…
Giant amphibian shows up near Atomic Bomb Dome in Japan
Early this afternoon, April 5th, 2022, illustrator and Twitter user Oniku おにく (@29tangasuki) was enjoying the beautiful blossoms of the sakura trees with her three…
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Have a look at Tokyo Disney Resort’s stunning new Toy Story Hotel [Video Tour]
Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel is now open! The “Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel,” inspired by the Disney & Pixar movie series “Toy…