Beautiful islands in Okinawa await you: Ishigaki Instagrammer inspires over 57,000 fans
During trying times, many wanderlusters have given up on traveling. Yet, as the season warms up, many are restless with a growing need to experience…
Save water and space with this super-compact tank-type dishwasher from Thanko
Gadget vendor Thanko Co., Ltd. announced today that in June 2021, it will release a stylish black color model of their popular Lakua compact tank-type…
Coca-Cola Japan launches buy-one-get-one-free campaign on the “Coke ON” app
Cola-Cola Japan will launch their largest campaign yet on the official Coca-Cola app “Coke ON” from April 5, 2021. From April 5th to May 16th…
FamilyMart adds Uji Matcha flavour to their original cheesecake lineup
For the dessert-lovers amongst us, the endlessly growing and ever-adapting list of sweet treats from Japan’s convenience stores are one of the things that bring…
The Pink Ribbon Design Award is raising awareness about breast cancer in Japan through design
Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women, and in Japan it affects more than 90,000 people each year. Currently, 1 in 9 women…
Celebrate Crayon Shin-chan’s 30th anniversary at Tokyo Anime Center this April
It’s been 30 years since the adventures of Crayon Shin-chan first hit Japan’s manga shelves. The mischievous character known for his witty jokes, and unnatural…
Makeup by Minions…would you dare to try this despicable eyeliner?
Only in Japan could the minions from hit animation movie, Despicable Me, get their own liquid eyeliner. But fear not, this pen from eyeliner brand…
SDG focused design and apparel store ‘Sustainable Think’ opens in Shibuya and Nagoya
Sustainable Think is an apparel and fashion store which aims to teach it’s customers about SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) and the current global environment through…
Kraft Mochi Mochi Matcha Red Bean dessert cheese slices released in Japan
Last year, Kraft and Japanese sweets and dairy maker Morinaga Milk Industry added to Japan’s assortment of flavored dessert cheese slices (berry and chocolate are…
Japanese firm Refinverse Inc. expands operations of its upcycled fishing net nylon
Since 2019, Japanese company Refinverse Inc. has been recycling airbag fabric but mainly discarded fishing nets into a product line of nylon resin called REAMIDE….
Studio Ghibli reveals why their anime food always looks so delicious
Beloved Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli’s films are often praised for their beautiful world and character building, charming animation, and fantastic music, but no matter…
Where’s the angel? Japanese aquarium photog captures sea angel’s shocking form in mid-feast
The common clione (Clione limacina) goes by many names. Some call it the naked sea butterfly, but perhaps more fittingly because of its adorable appearance,…
Evangelion inspired gelatin leaves quite the Apocalyptic Impact
After multiple delays, the long awaited release of Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, the final film in the Rebuild of Evangelion and ultimate conclusion…
Interview with the Producer of the All-Girl VTuber Group hololive English
in September 2020, to much fanfare and anticipation from fans, COVER Corporation (CEO: Motoaki Tanigo) announced the launch of hololive English, an all-girl VTuber group…
Number one sweets souvenir Tokyo Banana Pikachu flavor turned into giant Pokémon huggy pillow
Tokyo Banana is often touted as Tokyo’s number one sweets souvenir, and it’s a rather easy boast to believe. The popular treat consists of banana…