With the coronavirus situation still being unpredictable, people in Japan have had to stay indoors to prevent the spread of the virus. This has equated…

It is often during the darkest times that our lives are illuminated by displays of the brightest generosity. Indeed, while our news feeds in recent…

She has over 2.7 million subscribers on her top YouTube channel, she has appeared on TV shows and commercials, partnered with companies, performed as a…

Masks continue to be in short supply in Japan due to the novel coronavirus outbreak. While several Japanese companies have stepped up production and even…

If you’ve been following Bushiroad’s multimedia idol project Dig Delight Direct Drive (D4DJ), then you’re probably waiting impatiently for the rhythm game Groovy Mix this…

From the traditional to the modern, we have introduced many unique and attractive umbrellas here at grape Japan. We’ve seen colorful umbrellas and plastic umbrellas…

Detailed and realistic food samples displayed outside restaurants certainly count as one of the more memorable visual delights of many a trip to Japan. You…

Rilakkuma and his chicken friend Kiiroitori are no strangers to wagashi traditional Japanese sweets. The Tabemasu series exclusively available at Lawson convenience stores in Japan…

Physically restricted but virtually free Whether imposed by force of law or encouraged through strong suggestion, people around the world are practicing self-isolation during the…

Japan’s school utility bag Anyone who has lived in Japan or even visited for a while has probably seen young children going to school, all…

In Japan, having bright and beautiful skin is a must for women, and many spend a lot of time on skincare products and treatments to…

At a time when people have found themselves in isolation, some have found creative, albeit slightly unusual outlets for the time they spend indoors. Japanese…

Will Fee, for JAPAN Forward The owners of the Tin Toy Museum in Yamate, Yokohama, keep a big friendly Ukrainian Shepherd Dog. He likes to…

Every pet owner knows that our furry friends can have unique personalities and quirks that we tolerate because of how cute they are. When it…

Japan has pledged to give 100,000 yen to every resident in Japan to lessen the economic impact of COVID-19. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe scrapped an…