Popular Christmas presents in Japan: What do Japanese children want for Christmas?
When it comes to Christmas presents for children, there are many recommendations online you can choose from. Depending on the trend, age, your kids’ hobbies,…
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Who’s that voice actor? Anime VA voice recognition app Anivo will tell you
Anime fans who prefer to watch their favorite shows while listening to the original Japanese voice actors will probably recognize the following situation: You’re watching…
“It’s Sailor Moon!” Viral photo of Tokyo Skytree elicits comparisons with anime heroine’s wand
Gorgeous photos of Tokyo Skytree and the crescent moon Japanese photographer Yoshiyuki Harada (@yohar1114) specializes in nightscape photography. He mainly focuses on the Tokyo area…
These were the ten most Twitterable spots in Japan in 2020, according to Snaplace
Snaplace, a Japanese website that analyzes and compiles the most popular SNS posts categorized by location and genre, has over 10,000 Japanese spots in its…
Family Mart’s “Cinque Formaggi” Nikuman is a hearty meat and cheese lover’s delight
On cold winter days like these, many people in Japan find comfort and a quick way to placate their hunger pangs by darting into a…
Jujutsu Kaisen & Zozotown collab on apparel featuring acclaimed ending, opening animation
Jujutsu Kaisen The supernatural action/horror manga Jujutsu Kaisen, illustrated by Gege Akutami, continues to rise in popularity, thanks in part to the anime adaptation by…
Fujiyama Tower at Fuji-Q Highland will provide an unparalleled view of Mt. Fuji
The Fuji-Q Highland theme park 富士急ハイランド gets its name for its proximity to Japan’s most famous mountain. One of its centerpieces, if not the most…
Mt. Fuji could swallow this city whole
Fuji-san, the sacred mountain Photo by Mujo Mt. Fuji holds a special place in the hearts of the Japanese people. Physically, it’s the tallest mountain…
Makeup brand KATE reinterprets Japanese heroines with stylish and simple makeup simulator
We’re all about keeping up with the latest fashion trends at grape Japan—and in this country, that’s no small order. We’ve covered eye-popping Tokyo street…
New white coffee beverage developed in Japan maximizes health benefits
Earlier this month Signal, a Nagoya-based company, released details about a new, original coffee beverage they’ve developed. O CHER is also made from roasted coffee…
Enjoy your 2020 Christmas chicken in a new way at the national Japan egg buffet in Kichijoji
Christmas in Japan is all about chicken. Specifically, the seasoned, deep-fried, crispy variety found in KFC. With Turkey being so rare it’s almost of mythical…
Pokemon fans will jump at the chance to win Tik Tok’s Greedant Christmas jumper
Pika-clause, or Santa-chu depending on wherever in the world you’re based, is delivering an awesome Christmas present to all of us on December 25th with…
Mr. Donut’s Pokemon Lucky Bag is the only way to start 2021
Oshōgatsu お正月, the New Year period in Japan, is a time to be spent together with family enjoying numerous special events. From the first shrine…
Experience a fluffy white wonderland this winter with Family Mart’s latest latte
A tide of media describing 2020 as a “lost year” is rapidly rising across the world. While certainly lockdown living and the state of general…
Designer kumacoro imagines encyclopedic set of creatures based on sushi & other foods in Japan
Japanese creator kumacoro (クマコロ in Japanese) is a former toymaker who now works as a freelance designer. He’s also a fan of robots and mechanical…