Simple and delicious home-cooked meals with YouTuber Kimono Mom
There might be something to the adage “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away.” As many know, Japan has the longest life expectancy of…
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You can now get Nezuko’s bamboo muzzle from Demon Slayer…to store chewing gum
Japan has seen a wave of creative merchandise inspired by hit anime and manga Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, including pudding, okonomiyaki, and even a…
DyDo Blend Coffee Original celebrates its 45th anniversary with 28 Demon Slayer design cans
To celebrate the 45th anniversary of DyDo Blend Coffee, DyDo Group Holdings, Inc. is teaming up with the internationally famous manga and anime franchise Demon…
This mouthwatering award-winning dessert is made from whole premium mini melons
When Japanese melons are mentioned, people often think of Yubari City in Hokkaido, home of the famous Yubari Melon, but in fact, Ibaraki Prefecture is…
How to make Japanese spirits
It’s Saturday night as I write this. It’s been a long week, and I’ve worked hard, so I figured why not have a drink. It’s…
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Plastic restrictions in Japan cause more awkward situations [manga]
There is a bit of debate about how environmentally friendly Japan is. Upon a precursory glance, you’d be forgiven for thinking this spick-and-span country is…
Peeking behind the scenes at a hot spring inn and other everyday aspects of Japan
Many aspects of Japanese entertainment and culture are famous worldwide—Pokemon, Dragonball Z, and a host of other animes are universally recognized. Sushi restaurants are popular…
Exquisite Shinobu Kocho statue captures her mid-attack using Butterfly Dance: Caprice
When it comes to the international hit manga and anime franchise Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, all of the Hashira in the Demon Slayer Corps…
Tokyo Residents can get 50% OFF entry to Tokyo Skytree until August 23rd
The world’s tallest tower, Tokyo Skytree located in Sumida Ward, has a bit of a reputation as being on the pricey side when it comes…
Tokyo Sake Festival invites cosplayer Enako, entertainer Erina Kamiya, other celebrities
While sake consumption continues to increase internationally, Japanese people are drinking less sake than they used to. According to the National Tax Agency, consumption in…
Show your love for Sylvanian Families with this cute necklace collection
Ongoing popularity of Sylvanian Families Sylvanian Families (or Calico Critters if you’re in the US) continue to be popular both at home in Japan and…
Soso in Hibiya puts a chic and contemporary spin on traditional wagashi sweets
Modern interpretations of Wagashi As with many forms of culinary arts in Japan, respecting the old ways is not only important for maintaining continuity with…
Discover exceptional eggs from all over Japan during gourmet egg market at Tokyo Station
Japan takes its eggs seriously. Of course, you can buy cheap eggs at the supermarket costing between 15 to 20 yen apiece, but you can…
Going Home For Obon: How COVID-19 Has Changed Everyone’s Plans
Florentyna Leow, JAPAN Forward Every year on the 14th of August, the Matsuyama family loads up their car with 10 lanterns in preparation for the…
Interview with Taku Matsuo from “The Millionaire Detective Balance:UNLIMITED” – Producer
Note: This text is reproduced verbatim and provided courtesy of © Fuji Television Network, Inc. (Interview Date: July 2020) Here’s an interview with Taku Matsuo,…