New Three Step, One Minute Prep Yukata Pajamas Look Like The Real Deal
Japanese manufacturer and retailer Bibi Lab has a reputation for releasing unique and hybrid “room wear”, or pajamas, that respond to interesting needs they identify…
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Studio Ghibli’s Kiki Returns As 17-Year-Old Schoolgirl For Cup Noodle Commercial
Whether it’s creating a Giant Ultima Weapon Fork from Final Fantasy or having seven armor-clad samurai show off extreme sports skills, Nissin Cup Noodles never…
Unicorn Taiyaki Fish Ice Creams Give Japanese Traditional Snack Colorful New Look
In the world of Japanese sweets, it’s not uncommon to come across some snacks that appear to be too cute to eat. Taiyaki (literally “baked…
Top 30 Travel Destinations In Japan Chosen By International Travelers
When traveling in Japan, sometimes the most rewarding experience can come from “getting lost” in the country and finding hidden gems not promoted in guidebooks…
Japanese Baseball Team’s New Mascot Stuns Crowd By “Evolving” Into Creepy Third Form
We have some fairly recent proof that Japanese mascots sometimes step out of the box to gain attention–such as Tokyo’s newest mascot, the pink poop…
The Amazing Pop-Up Penguin Bomb And How To Make It
People in Japan have been buzzing with simple amazement and jealousy ever since Twitter user phil0x0 off this cool video demonstrating the quick pop-up action…
Japanese “Kurayamikon” Lets Love Seekers Experience A Literal Blind Date
There are many different types of social gatherings in Japan. Young people attend those events to make new friends and find their potential partners. “Kurayamikon”…
This Cat Is Not Okay With “Junk Mail” Being Slipped Through The Mail Slot
We can all agree that getting a mailbox full of unwanted flyers and newsletters is pretty annoying, but most people probably aren’t as actively aggressive…
The Newest Tokyo Mascot Is Loyal Dog Hachiko’s Swirly Pink Poop
You may have noticed that Japan has a fondness for mascot characters, so much that they hold an annual competition to crown a national champion…
Kirin Beer Is Giving Away Curry Fountain Fondue Machines
If you’ve ever found yourself looking over the plethora of beer cans in the alcohol section of Japanese supermarkets and convenience stores, you may have…
Japan’s Rare “White Jewel” Strawberries Are Berry Expensive
Great Big Story has covered some fascinating topics in Japan, including the country’s first all-female staffed sushi restaurant, the beautiful world of traditional Japanese sweets,…
Universal Studios Japan Teases Super Nintendo World In New Trailer, Mario Stage Photos
Osaka’s Universal Studios Japan is making preparations for an expansion to their facilities called Super Nintendo World, which as the name should tell you, is…
Japanese Trains Celebrate Final Fantasy Anniversary With Music From The Games
Japan has fully embraced this year as the 30th anniversary of the popular Final Fantasy series, rolling out promotional campaigns that include Tokyo Tower being…
Japanese Woman Wears Handmade Pigeon Heels To Make Friends With Pigeons
Like many creative artists, Japanese designer Keiko Otsuhata has a sense of humor. She writes in an article for Daily Portal Z that while one…
Watch Seismic Isolation Flooring Prevent Damage During The 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake
This video taken on a security camera during the 2011 Great Tohoku Earthquake shows how earthquake resistant construction and seismic base isolators can pay off…