Space Brothers’ Creator Contributes To The First Animation Film Ever Made In Space
The influence and popularity of manga and anime continues to spread beyond Japan to all corners of the globe. And now, it seems, even Planet…
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An Evening With Prince of the Piano Alex J.D At Shibuya’s Best Italian Restaurant & Live Bar
It’s not easy to find a relaxing, comfortable environment to enjoy good food and live music in the busy district of Shibuya. Eplus Living Room…
Exhibition Displays A Real Taxidermy Specimen of A Japanese Demon
Today, April 4th, as Tokyo experienced its first natsubi (夏日 literally “summer day”) when temperatures reach 25 degrees Celsius, many people began entertaining thoughts of…
Best-Selling Godzilla Humidifier So Popular It Wins At Japan Character Awards 2018
One of Japan’s most popular film properties, Godzilla continues to inspire interesting merchandise such as a Godzilla vs. Neon Genesis Evangelion figure designed by the…
Kei Mieno’s Incredibly Detailed Oil Paintings Convey A Beautiful World Beyond Language
We have recently had the opportunity to introduce the art of some remarkable painters currently working in Japan, thanks to a recent hashtag on Twitter…
This Is How Japan Celebrated April Fool’s Day 2018
Japan has been celebrating April Fool’s Day for many years now, with goods and service companies announcing gag products and unlikely collaborations to showcase their…
Largest Pokemon Center in Japan Tokyo DX in Nihonbashi
The largest Pokemon Center in Japan yet, dubbed Pokemon Center Tokyo DX (the DX stands for deluxe), recently opened in the Takashimaya department store in…
Instagrammers Breaking Off Branches For Selfies Could Kill Beloved Cherry Trees
Now that the cherry blossoms are in full bloom in many parts of Japan, sakura enthusiasts are everywhere trying to enjoy the beautiful pink blossoms….
Pepsi Releases All New Formula “J-Cola” Targeting Japan
When traveling abroad, it’s always a good idea to sample as much of what you can’t get back in your home country, particularly when it…
Inside Tokyo’s New Pokemon Cafe: Bask in Pikachu’s Yellow Glory
My meal was interrupted by the staff heralding his coming. ‘Everyone, we have just received some great news!’ I ceased cutting into the Pikachu omlette…
The Way These Japanese Airline Baggage Handlers Unload a Plane is Surprising a Lot of People
Although sometimes overstated, Japanese omotenashi, a concept of prioritizing kindness and hospitality towards guests and customers, is often cited as a reason for the near-universal…
Must-See Exhibit For J-Drama Fans Goes Behind The Scenes of Popular Fuji TV Dramas
For fans of Japanese TV Dramas, Fuji Television’s Monday 9 pm time slot, affectionately known as Getsuku, is the most important time of the week. Since…
Delicate Eeveelution Necklaces for the Style Conscious Pokemon Trainer
Jewellers U-Treasure are the purveyors of fine jewellery for the more sophisticated otaku. Despite being Pokemon or Star Wars themed, their items don’t look childish…
Learn How Honey Is Made On The Rooftops Of The Glitzy Ginza Shopping District
Most tourists who come to the glitzy shopping district of Ginza in Tokyo, and many of those who work there don’t realize that honey is…
More Weird Things We Found At The Convenience Store
Japanese convenience stores will never cease to amaze us with their ever-changing selections of all manner of snacks, drinks and candies. Last month, we began…