Wood carving artist channels Pokémon power with mechanized Victreebel toothpick holder
Step into the kitchen, and well, home in general, of Japanese wood carving artist Poppo (Twitter, YouTube) and you’ll be greeted to something close to…
$50 cardboard bed made by cardboard box company is one of cheapest on Japanese market
Cardboard beds, since they can be easily and compactly stored, quickly set up and dismantled, can really come in handy during emergencies. Designated shelters often…
Tatami-za: Modular furniture lets you enjoy tatami reed flooring and storage in any home
Installing traditional tatami reed flooring in a new home is commonplace in Japan, but if you live in a country where tatami sellers are few…
Can you escape this? Real-world Japanese horror haikyo game is set in ruins of abandoned hotel
GG.PRO, a hotel management and consulting company, has installed dozens of security cameras and more than 100 QR code displays in the ruins of the…
Toddler bugs out at the sight of his great-grandpa’s realistic handcrafted “toy” presents
For most great-grandparents all over the world, great-grandchildren are a source of joy in their lives. They may want to give them whatever they can…
Boat of giant takoyaki sails down river in Japan, wowing locals
One of the popular attractions in the historical district of Sawara in Katori city, Chiba prefecture is the Ono River. Many who visit the area…
Cherry blossom doughnuts land at Japan’s Mister Donut for sakura season 2022
Japanese doughnut chain Mister Donut is always on the ball when it comes to seasonal events. They go all in for Halloween with black cat…
Sumikko Gurashi sakura wagashi treats are the cutest way to celebrate cherry blossom season
‘Wagashi’ is a term that refers to all different types of traditional Japanese sweets. These treats are known not just for their flavour, but also…
There’s a rabbit-themed bakery in Japan and their creations are almost too adorable to eat
Although March 3rd is more commonly known in Japan as “Girls Day,” it’s also commemorated for other reasons. The date 03/03 can be pronounced mimi,…
Psyduck, I chose you! Stay hydrated with this luxury teapot resembling the water pokemon
When not in battle, what better way is there to make use of your water Pokémon companion than to make sure you stay hydrated? That’s…
Hamazushi releases first ever apparel collection in collaboration with fashion brand Adastria
If you’re a fan of sushi then you’re going to love this collaborative apparel collection released by fashion brand Adastria and the popular train sushi…
Famously stubborn shiba inu Hana-chan has a lot of opinions about rainy day walks
Most dog owners will appreciate how their canine friends can often be creatures of habit, with slight changes to their routines sometimes resulting in dramatic…
Cosplay model delights when she misreads the vibe of an online meetup
Japanese model, cosplayer, and makeup artist Koichi Nomura (Twitter, Instagram) describes themselves as “villain model”, and has a fondness for vampires, so it should come…
“A warrior’s trophies?”: Bizarrely decorated smartphone case has Twitter in stitches
An image posted on Twitter by Japanese dairy farmer and martial artist 久保昌弘 Masahiro Kubo (@KingGodzilla13) has been drawing attention. The picture shows a smartphone…
Twitter touched by grey heron’s adorable moral quandary between stores
The long-legged grey heron enjoys a bit of an admired image in Japan, found sometimes gracefully perusing gardens, wading rivers, and has been depicted often…