Next generation actor and heart throb Araki Toba launches 2021 calendar
Young actor Araki Toba, much admired for his boyish good looks and often touted as one of the most gifted actors of his generation, has…
YouTube dance move sensation VAMYUN release debut single
They already have 2.2 million subscribers to their YouTube channel, making them among the hottest of Japan’s teen stars, and their videos have been watched…
Discover the Rising Dragon Valley in this Fall Foliage Photography
Japanese photographer Hisa (@Hisa0808) continues to astound us all with his knack for capturing beautiful scenes across Japan. You may have come across some of…
Adorable pet chinchilla “pharmacist” is worried about its owner’s sore throat
Many pet owners will say that their pets can pick up on their moods. In fact, it has been proven that dogs, for example, can…
This delicious pudding made solely with persimmons and milk is trending in Japan
Autumn is the season for persimmons in Japan. When properly ripened (but not too ripe), you can enjoy them as they are, diced and mixed…
Cybird TV to have its first livestream!
Oh-ho! Look out, you Otome and Ikemen fans! Cybird’s kicking off their new “CYBIRD TV” livestream broadcasts starting Saturday, November 21! The first guest will…
Toy Story Aliens landing at Japanese convenience stores as traditional matcha wagashi sweets
Earlier this year it was announced that a Pixar themed bullet train would be speeding through south Japan in honour of the 25th anniversary of…
Starbucks Japan reveals white chocolate matcha brownie beverages for those dreaming of a green Christmas
Japan goes hard when it comes to seasonal treats, with a host of limited time only creations appearing throughout the year. Thanks to this reputation,…
Four Vietnamese men accused of slaughtering pig in apartment in Ota, Gunma prefecture
Prefectural police in Gunma have arrested four Vietnamese men living in the town of Ota on suspicion of slaughtering a pig in their apartment. According…
Go To Campaign now Available for Disneyland: List of Stores
Go To Travel is a campaign that begun with the purpose of restoring the economy of Japan that had to suffer a lot because of…
Burger King Japan’s “Extreme One Pound Beef Burger” is a bunless flame-broiled behemoth
Back in July, fast food lovers in Japan surely took notice of Burger King’s colossal 2,046 calorie “Maximum One Pound Beef Burger,” especially since it…
AniPic! digital anime image ownership platform launches with “Great Pretender”
AniPic! bringing together fans and creators through digital art ownership AniPic! is a new digital platform operated by YUIMEX, Inc. which allows you to have…
Pokemon illuminations light up Japanese resort with giant Pikachu and more for the Holiday season
Winter in Japan means illuminations. Lots and lots of beautiful illuminations which turn any old location into an instant romance spot as soon as the…
Japan’s 7-Eleven teams up with historic Kyoto teahouse for matcha crepe and other green tea sweets
The events of the past year have led to a rise in products aiming for that ‘cafe at home’ experience, and thanks to this new…
Finish your evening on a sweet note with Tooth Tooth Tokyo’s evening parfaits
Eating parfaits as a sweet conclusion to a night out or a nice dinner, a trend known as shimé pafé シメパフェ (literally, “closer parfait”), began…