Japan is well-known for its seasonal or limited-edition foods and drinks that come out a couple of times per year. That means it’s the perfect…

The Masked Singer is a popular show that features fantastic live performances of big stars without revealing their faces. The performers have to wear a mask…

If you are looking for a gym in Japan or are a fan of cycling, but don’t know where to go, I recommend trying out…

A couple of weeks ago, I saw a story on Instagram of a girl talking to her favorite character from Tokyo Revengers, so I sent…

Separated from the rest of Japan by two straits, Awaji Island is one destination that’s off the beaten path. But if you’re a fan of…

Japan’s Kirby Cafes, which are located in Tokyo and Hakata, are forever exciting fans of the pink hero with their evolving menus. Two of the…

As many artists will tell you, it can often be the little things in illustration that prove to be the most difficult. Things that we…

Many people haven’t seen in person their family and friends who don’t live near them for some time, since the pandemic began over a year…

In Japan, people love to receive souvenirs, but where we might expect to be gifted with fridge magnets and/or ornamental memoirs in the west, here…

Often hailed as “the cutest bird in Japan”, the long-tailed tit, or shima enaga as it is known in Japanese, has cultivated quite the large…

Famous dollmaker Pullip has impressed with their collaborations in the past, recently teaming up with Sanrio for Hello Kitty and My Melody inspired dolls. They’ll…

It seems as though pet beds shaped like food are all the rage right now. We covered a cup noodle inspired dog bed, and a…

The aesthetic and charm of the Taisho Era (1912-1926) in Japan is often under the name “Taisho Roman” (Taisho Romanticism), with many restaurants and clothing…

Autumn is the perfect time to indulge in a green tea parfait (much like every other time of the year). The art of the green…

Some animals are more photogenic than others, and we’ve seen our fair share of pets posted on social media that have the looks, attitude and…