Japanese engineer shows “where stars are born and die” in galactic beauty
Japanese Twitter user @aiwendil1 says in their Twitter profile that they’re a “engineer and researcher who loves all things that are difficult to classify”, and…
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Japanese Twitter user finds valued anti-demon Buddhist ritual dagger for $5 at recycle shop
Japan boasts a lot of oddity and specialty shops that offer rare goods, but Hard-Off (yes make your jokes), a second-hand, recycled, and second-hand goods…
Japan’s “black cat” delivery service gets its most adorable driver with mini delivery truck
Kuroneko Yamato, although referred to as “Yamato Transport” in English, translates literally to “Black Cat Yamato” from Japanese. The company is one of Japan’s largest…
Japanese sweet shop celebrates Star Festival season with magical Milky Way jelly and more
Today, July 7th, is known in Japan as Tanabata 七夕, or Star Festival (Qixi Festival in China). According to legend, this is the one day…
Artist turns Japan’s delicious Castella cake into adorable derpy plushie
Spongy castella are one of Japan’s favorite cakes. Available in a variety of flavors and even miniature versions (“baby castella”) sold at festivals, the cake…
Calculator “pianist” perfectly replicates Tokyo’s train station jingles
When trains depart from platforms at stations across Japan, they are accompanied by a simple melody unique to the station and/or trainline. Designed to invoke…
Soar like an eagle at this adventure park in central Japan
You’ve heard of abseiling, you know what bungee jumping is, and you’ve at least watched a video or two of someone throw themselves off of…
Japanese carpenter crafts beautiful bookcase replica of “Tanjiro’s box” from Demon Slayer
Nezuko is a favorite character of many fans of hit anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, but not many would envy her mode transportation. During…
Pikachu home companion robot waddles, lights up and sings in response to your voice
Every year, the Japanese port city of Yokohama is taken over by an army of Pikachus in an event called Pikachu Outbreak. The Pokémon event…
New Japanese cakes served up in whole melons, oranges, and pineapples for fruity dessert
If you’re a fan of Japanese bakeries, it’s very probable that you’ve encountered “Melon Bread” (melon pan), a sweet bun that features shape and texture…
Japanese artist gives cats gorgeous and regal Renaissance art treatment
Japanese artist Tokuhiro Kawai’s gorgeous oil paintings would look right at home in a museum dedicated to the noble art of the Renaissance, particularly if…
New 2 meter Evangelion figure is an expensive piece of beauty
Neon Genesis Evangelion has some pretty amazing merchandise lately, including Tamagotchi that let you raise your own Angels as pets, Asuka Fender guitars, and even…
New Studio Ghibli tote bags let you perch your favorite characters on your shoulder
Japanese retailer Donguri Republic (Donguri Kyowakoku) is a paradise for Studio Ghibli fans, having released merchandise inspired by the beloved animation studio that includes a…
Mizuno’s new athletic footwear is being nicknamed “Akira Shoes” because, well, look at them.
Japanese sports equipment and sportswear company Mizuno’s newly released shoes use a shock-resistant padding they call “MIZUNO ENERZY” that provides resilient lightweight footwear for athletes….
Renowned Japanese kimono maker releases gorgeous Animal Crossing designs
Players of Animal Crossing: New Horizons have been on a great streak of creativity when it comes to designing their islands, including recreations of old…