Why Has the World Gone Dotty Over Yayoi Kusama?
How did a ninety-two year old woman who has been a virtual recluse in a Tokyo mental hospital since 1975 become “the world’s most popular…
Japanese wire artist’s gorgeous koi sculpture swims with lifelike detail
Talented Japanese wire artist Ko-SUKE(Twitter, Instagram) creates beautifully and intricately crafted sculptures out of bent colored wire. Their dynamic poses give them an animated nature…
Parade of Japanese folklore spirits and demons captured in chilling photography at snow festival
Organized by Yokaiya (@AidaKazunari), the Nakanosawa Onsen Snow Festival held at a hot spring in the town of Inawashiro, Fukushima prefecture is an annual event…
Japanese rescue cat sleeping on someone’s lap has the happiest expression you’ve ever seen
It’s amazing how some animals’s expressions can look so human-like. Although we know that animals express themselves differently, sometimes their facial expression is so convincing,…
Zippo and Studio Ghibli team up for gorgeous new Spirited Away lighter designs
Studio Ghibli fans are truly spoilt in Japan, with a ridiculously wide range of merchandise on offer, inspired by the studio’s beloved films. The one-stop…
Japanese stop-motion artist’s amazing Gundam model video looks like it could be a commercial
Many of our readers have seen plastic Gundam models (otherwise known as Gunpla) before. Some may even own one or two and others may have…
Japanese bento boxes and architecture meet in brilliant and charming designs
Japanese bento boxes can be a great way to enjoy a smorgasbord of tasty dishes on the go or simply sitting down to take in…
Housecat adopts formal but adorably bizarre posture and expression when confronted with a stray
Regardless of their personality, it’s usually a bit of shock for a pet cat that has established a home as their territory to encounter a…
“Most adorable way of jiggling Pompompurin” featured in viral Japanese video
Pompompurin is one of Sanrio’s more popular characters. Since the good-natured Golden Retriever dog with his trademark brown beret is named after a Japanese pudding,…
Popular Kyoto ramen chain serves up extra thick ramen so rich it’s only available 5 times a day
Tenkaippin (often called Ten-ichi for short) is a popular ramen chain in Japan that has come to be known for their especially rich and thick…
Animal Crossing loungewear from Japanese luxury sleepwear company is cutest way to chill at home
Famously, Animal Crossing fans get pretty into the games. Some go as far as recreate scenes from movies in amazing detail, while others make super…
Japanese tourist goes without shopping basket after finding it occupied by sleeping Turkish cat
Pet owners will know the situation well. When your animal companion falls asleep on something, including upon your own person, it’s near impossible to muster…
Diorama artist’s stunningly realistic traffic light fools Japanese Twitter
MAJIRI (@Cityscape_Std) from Cityscape Studio creates realistic dioramas of urban landscapes. His handiwork has been in the spotlight recently after he posted it on his…
Enchanting Mt. Fuji photo from one of Japan’s 100 great mountains has Twitter convinced it’s a painting
Located in Nagano prefecture, the volcano Mt. Kirigamine is considered one of Japan’s 100 great mountains. The mountain is a hotspot for hiking and taking…
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Here are five of the delicious puddings you can buy at 7-Eleven Japan [Product Review]
First-time visitors to Japan are often astonished to discover the variety of products available at 7-Eleven convenience stores. And for those who want to satisfy…