Showa retro vibes in the nostalgic Tokyo neighborhood of Shibamata: Top places to visit
Shibamata (柴又) is a nostalgic neighborhood full of charm. It’s also highly underrated. Many tourists prefer going to the big city and choose more flashy…
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Japanese shaved ice master’s gourmet kakigori will make you feel like a billion yen
A shaved ice master opens his own store On June 16th, a Japanese-style cafe specializing in shaved ice with a spacious and opulent interior opened…
Japan opens a mocktail bar where moms-to-be can unwind
As more people pursue health and wellness-driven lifestyles, alcohol-free bars continue to gain in popularity around the world. But what about people who usually drink…
Malzeno from Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak hijacks 3D digital ad space in downtown Tokyo
Malzeno Attacks! As some grape Japan readers may recall, Tokyo has a giant 3D calico cat who meows and looks down on the crowd thanks…
We tried the gourmet egg sandwiches famous in Japanese showbiz as backstage snacks
In case you haven’t heard by now, Japan is heaven for egg sandwiches, or たまごサンド tamago sando. The late Anthony Bourdain is famous for having…
Legendary sourcebook of ninja secrets discovered in Japan
On June 19th, 2022, municipal government officials in 甲賀市 Kōka City, Shiga Prefecture, famous for being a center of ninja heritage, announced that a manuscript…
Raise Anya your own way with Spy × Family Tamagotchi!
BANDAI Co., Ltd. has announced that they will release the SPY×FAMILY TAMAGOTCHI (スパイファミリーたまごっち) on December 17th, 2022. This is a game for everyone to try…
The Bear Paw Café: A Kawaii Way of Employing People With Mental Health Issues
Staff members use fluffy bear gloves to hand out drinks and sweets through the small opening in the wall, making it a true introvert’s paradise….
The boys of Tokyo Revengers head for the public bath with exclusive goods at Loft stores in Japan
Ken Wakui’s popular manga Tokyo Revengers has been adapted to anime and stage productions, and its fascinating characters and exciting plot have attracted many people…
Umami Egg pop-up cafe serves vegan egg sandwiches, puddings and more
Umami Egg pop-up cafe As some of our readers may recall, たまごサンド tamago sando, Japan’s take on egg sandwiches, have been trending of late. In…
Japanese artist’s “menacingly approaching cat” toy is strangely addictive
Japanese Twitter user シカクガング Shikakugangu (@shikakugangu) develops visual toys as a hobby. When he posted a video of his handmade toy on Twitter, it received…
Doraemon’s Gian to finally debut as a singer, realizing his long-held dream
As most people familiar with the beloved world-famous manga and anime franchise Doraemon surely know, Nobita’s faithful friend and sometimes antagonist Takeshi Goda, or Gian…
“Too fast!” Why this Japanese hair salon is often featured as a “rare sight” on TV
“Fast, fast, so fast!” “I laughed my head off. It’s much faster than I could have ever imagined!” “I have the impression they’ll trim your…
Katsu chain Katsuya brings its “best-effort pork katsu” to your dining table
Who says you can’t enjoy katsu at home without the fuss and mess of preparing and frying ingredients? On June 20th, 2022, Japan’s Arkland Service…
Anna Miller’s, American diner known for tasty pies and iconic uniform, to close last branch in Japan
Overview Japan’s Anna Miller’s restaurant chain, operated by Imuraya Corporation, opened its first location in the Aoyama neighborhood of Tokyo in 1973 and has been…